Matthew Alexander

Matthew Alexander (aka MizzetV)

Meet Matthew Alexander, a chess player who dances gracefully on the 64 squares, though not always without a few stumbles. Rated as a promising rapid player with a peak rating of 729 in early 2021 and a blitz best of 641, Matthew’s journey through the ranks resembles a rollercoaster – thrilling, unpredictable, and full of stories to tell.

Matthew’s rapid match record is pretty balanced with 324 wins, 324 losses, and a handful of draws, proving that every game is a battle and every piece counts. Expect fierce fights with openings like the French Defense and Queen's Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation, where his win rates hover between 40% and 60% — enough to keep opponents on their toes and fans rooting.

A tactician at heart, Matthew boasts a spectacular 70.7% comeback rate after setbacks, showing resilience that could make even the most stoic chessboard shed a tear. He’s no stranger to thrilling moments: whether delivering a precise checkmate or tipping his king in resignation, Matthew embraces chess with both daring moves and humble acknowledgments.

Known online as MizzetV, Matthew’s best victories often come at the “witching hour” — he’s statistically sharpest during the wee hours around 2 AM, which is either when genius strikes or when the caffeine truly kicks in. His average game length clocks around 54 moves to win – plenty of opportunities for those dramatic exchanges and tactical fireworks.

Despite some losing streaks (with a longest skid of six games), his current winning streak stands proud at two – a modest but promising sign that momentum is on his side. Watch out for Matthew’s sly use of the Englund Gambit, where he scores an impressive 64% win rate, catching many opponents off guard.

Beyond the stats and the ratings, Matthew is a fierce competitor with a touch of light-hearted self-awareness. He knows chess is as much mental as it is strategic, often juggling a tilt factor of 6 – which, frankly, sounds like a badge of honor earned from intense battles and passionate plays.

Recent Highlights

In one of his recent wins, Matthew (MizzetV) executed a stunning Center Game victory against oscarivstuff, forcing a graceful resignation after a tactical squeeze. Conversely, his latest losses remind us even the best can be humbled, but they never keep Matthew down for long.

So here’s to Matthew Alexander: a resilient, determined, and occasionally merciless chess enthusiast, playing with heart, humor, and just enough weird openings to keep the grandmasters guessing. Keep an eye on MizzetV – one day he might just turn that rollercoaster ride into a steady cruise up the ratings ladder.