Konstantin Semianiuk NM

Konstantin Semianiuk (Kostya26)

Known in the chess realms as Kostya26, Konstantin Semianiuk is a National Master who has been conquering the 64 squares with a blend of tactical genius and relentless determination. Holding the prestigious title of National Master, Konstantin’s journey is nothing short of a rollercoaster through bullet storms, blitz battles, and rapid-fire chess duels.

A Quick Walk Through the Chessboard of Life

Since 2013, Konstantin has blitzed and bullet-charged through thousands of games, boasting peak ratings soaring to an impressive 2701 in bullet chess and 2568 in blitz — making him the unofficial mayor of time trouble. When others falter and resign early, Kostya26 rarely admits defeat, with an amazingly low early resignation rate of 1.47%, because giving up is just not in his vocabulary.

Playing Style & Key Strengths

• Calculated Endgame Maestro: Konstantin thrives in prolonged battles, engaging in endgames 82% of the time, proving patience is his secret weapon.
• Tactical Comeback King: Boasting a comeback rate of 86%, he turns disadvantages into dazzling victories, making fans wonder if he moonlights as a magician.
• Averaging 80 moves per win: He’s not just about quick kills—expect a tactical marathon with Kostya26.
• Favored Opening – The London System: Perhaps inspired by the foggy streets, this opening yields a 51% win rate in bullet chess. Not far behind is the Sicilian Defense, a classic battleground where he likes to cause chaos.

Time Travel on the Board

Konstantin performs best in the morning hours, with 8 AM crowned as his ideal time to strike. Saturdays and Mondays are his lucky days, delivering near-50% win rates—proving that chess and weekend vibes go hand in hand.

Notable Stats & Records

• Longest winning streak: a jaw-dropping 21 games.
• Currently on a winning streak, showing that momentum is his middle name.
• Known for biting time pressure, with more wins gained by checkmate than by resignation against opponents running low on clock.

Recent Gladiator Moments

In his latest conquest on May 29, 2025, Konstantin played Black in a Slav Defense, winning on time against a strong opponent rated 2376. His tactical acumen shone with a well-timed king-side attack and precise rook maneuvers. Not one to back down, he also recently delivered a checkmate in a Modern Defense battle just hours earlier and continues to prove that every move counts—even under fierce pressure.

Off the Board

Konstantin's gaming alias, Kostya26, has become a force online, accumulating thousands of wins across bullet, blitz, rapid, and daily chess — often accompanied by a few more hair-raising losses than your average player (hey, no risk, no reward!). Known to be tough against long-time rivals like "snowflake" and sporting a near-perfect record against a few unlucky foes, he blends seriousness with the occasional cheeky move, ensuring spectators never know whether to relax or hold their breath.

Konstantin Semianiuk: navigating the battlefield of sixty-four squares, blazing through clocks, and reminding everyone that chess is as much about resilience and wit as it is about the pieces on the board.