Корж Олександр (korzhoo) — Chess Adventurer Extraordinaire
Meet Корж Олександр, a tenacious chess player whose journey through the ranks is as thrilling as a knight’s daring leap across the board. Though his peak Rapid rating once soared to an impressive 632 in March 2025, korzhoo’s career is a captivating rollercoaster rather than a smooth sailing ride — full of ups, downs, and the occasional sideways shuffle.
Playing Style & Personality
A master of persistence, Олександр refuses to back down easily. His “Comeback Rate” is a striking 71.76%, proving he’s that player who fights till the very last bishop falls. However, his “Tilt Factor” of 8 suggests he might grumble a bit when the checkmate bells toll too soon. He prefers engaging in endgames nearly half the time, savoring those long battles where every pawn and tempo counts.
With an early resignation rate below 8%, you’ll rarely catch korzhoo throwing in the towel prematurely. Instead, expect to see him grind out intricate positions, often stretching games over 49 moves on average before sealing victory or defeat.
Strengths & Favorite Openings
His Scandinavian Defense is nothing short of formidable in Rapid — boasting a solid 76.92% win rate! Alongside that, the Pirc Defense (80% win rate) and the Kings Pawn Opening (topping 50% wins) serve as his trusty battle horses. Blitz games reveal a penchant for Alekhine’s Defense with a flawless 100% win record over two matches — talk about striking fear in opponents at lightning speed!
Statistical Snapshot
- Total Rapid Games: 368 (167 wins, 179 losses, 22 draws)
- Total Blitz Games: 421 (193 wins, 204 losses, 24 draws)
- Total Bullet Games: 62 (26 wins, 35 losses, 1 draw)
- Longest Winning Streak: 7 games (because even chess heroes get lucky streaks)
- Best Time to Play: Midnight (00:00) — clearly, korzhoo thrives when the rest of the world sleeps.
Memorable Battles
Korzh’s latest victory was a swift and satisfying checkmate against elizabetha999 in a rapid game, using the Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack. Against tough opponents such as “andrewww28” and “furkanc60,” Korzh has battled bravely, sometimes narrowly missing glory, but never losing heart.
The Opponent Whisperer
Though every champion faces rivals who expose their weaknesses, Олександр has legendary success against many, boasting 100% win rates over a variety of foes, including “chappalsingh” and “vesko-babic.” Of course, chess is as unpredictable as the weather, and he’s still hunting for that elusive perfect streak against top-rated players.
In Summary
Корж Олександр’s chess story is a saga of passion, resilience, and a dash of mystery. Whether pushing opponents to their limits with secret openings or unleashing sharp blitz tactics, korzhoo embodies the spirit of a true chess warrior — sometimes quirky, often unpredictable, and always deeply engaged in the beautiful chaos of 64 squares.