Nelli Aleksanyan Cadir
Woman International Master (WIM)
Meet Nelli Aleksanyan Cadir, affectionately known in the chess world as Nellichka—a formidable Woman International Master (WIM) whose blitz prowess could make even the most seasoned opponents break a sweat. With a career spanning over a decade of fast-paced battles, Nelli’s blitz rating rocketed from modest beginnings at around 1300 in 2016 to a peak surpassing 2200 in 2025. Not bad for someone who might occasionally be distracted by the aroma of freshly brewed coffee or a cat demanding attention mid-game.
A master of comebacks, Nelli boasts an astonishing 81% comeback rate and somehow manages to win every time she loses a piece—talk about turning lemons into lemonade! Her tactical brilliance shines brightest in endgames, showing up in nearly 65% of her matches, where her deep understanding of strategy keeps challengers on their toes. She averages over 60 moves per win, proving that patience is a virtue and long battles are her playground.
Blitz is clearly Nelli’s favorite playground; with over 910 wins out of nearly 1800 games, her win rate hovers close to 49% against top-tier competition. Her rapid games tell a story of a queen who commands respect with nearly 74% wins, while bullet chess, though a bit less frequent for her, reveals a player unafraid to dive into lightning-fast duels with a 33% win rate. The variety in her opening play is the realm of “Top Secret” moves, befitting a player who keeps her opponents guessing (and sometimes guessing wrong).
When it comes to mood swings on the 64 squares, Nellichka has a tilt factor of 9—which means sometimes frustration visits, but she’s quick to bounce back. Chess is serious, but never too serious: with a playful streak of early resignations at just under 3%, she clearly prefers making her opponents work for their wins rather than handing over free points.
Fun fact: Nelli’s best days to win are early mornings—especially around 6 AM and 8 AM, where she wins well over half her games. And who needs a Sunday brunch when you can dominate the chessboard?
An opponent’s nightmare and a friend’s favorite mentor, Nelli Aleksanyan Cadir is a star in the chess cosmos, blending sharp intellect, tenacity, and a dash of humor in every game she plays.