Oleg Karpeshov IM

Profile of Oleg Karpeshov (Neftegor)

Meet Oleg Karpeshov, also known in the chess universe as Neftegor, an International Master with a formidable knack for blitz games. Oleg is no ordinary player; he’s the kind who treats the board like a battlefield and the clock like a ticking bomb—because every second counts when you're ping-ponging between moves faster than most can blink.

Chess Career Highlights

With the prestigious International Master (IM) title from FIDE firmly in hand, Oleg has danced his pieces across tens of thousands of blitz games, boasting a solid overall blitz win rate of just over 52%. His peak blitz rating is a scorching 2651, achieved in September 2018—right around when everyone thought speed chess was just a fad, Oleg was already rewriting the playbook.

While his bullet and rapid credentials may not be as thunderous, they add flavor to his versatile playing style. He has dabbled in bullet with a peak rating surpassing 2300 and dipped toes into rapid chess with solid performances.

Playing Style & Strengths

Oleg’s games aren’t short stories—they’re epics. Expect an average of about 74 moves in his victories, and battles that last even longer in defeat—a sign of resilience or stubbornness, depending on who you ask. His endgame frequency is impressively high at over 84%, making him a master of the late-game grind where pawns promote and champions emerge.

Known for a comeback rate of over 87%, Oleg can snatch victory from the jaws of defeat with tactical wizardry that baffles casual observers (and occasionally even his own opponents). Losing a piece? No problem — he maintains a 50% win rate after dropping material, a testament to his fighting spirit.

Psychology at Play

Even the best have their off days. Oleg’s tilt factor clocks at 13, which means he’s only mildly susceptible to frustration. His best time to play? Early morning at 7:00 AM — confusing for opponents who prefer afternoons but perfect for those who code their openings before breakfast.

Fun Facts

• Longest winning streak: 23 games — that’s nearly as long as some people’s entire chess hobbies!
• Has faced top opponents like 2011king and gmjoey1 over 150 times each, crafting a battlefield full of rivalries and rematches.
• Oleg’s games sometimes end in resignation—not because he’s defeated, but because he’s too polite to subject his opponents to further suffering.

Recent Activity

Oleg’s most recent recorded game was a swift and stylish blitz victory, won by resignation after skillful board control showcased on December 5, 2024. Across thousands of games, he’s proven to be an adaptive and relentless competitor, constantly refining his craft.

Whether handling the tension of a crowded tournament hall or the solitude of online blitz duels, Oleg’s passion for chess gleams through. So next time you hear the name Neftegor, remember: behind it lies a cunning strategist who makes one-second decisions feel like grandmaster moves.