Leonid Nozdrachev – The Chess Connoisseur with a Tactical Twist
Meet Nozdrachev_Leonid, an International Master who has earned the respect and admiration of many on and off the 64-square battlefield. Known for his keen tactical awareness and resilience, Leonid dances across the chessboard with a blend of artistry and science that leaves opponents scratching their heads and often resigning before checkmate.
Since bursting onto the scene with a Blitz rating just shy of 2000 in early 2020, Leonid has rocketed up the ranks, peaking impressively at 2665 Blitz and 2659 Bullet ratings in 2023. Whether in rapid flames or bullet storms, his playstyle remains robust, boasting nearly a 50% winrate in thousands of games that usually end with his opponents shaking hands early – often after some deep, strategic consideration that only a true IM might deploy.
Leonid has a fondness for the Queen's Gambit Declined, shown brilliantly in his most recent victory where clinical precision forced resignation in a well-fought battle. His games are a balance of patience and tactical fireworks, evident in his 89.89% comeback rate – yes, if he loses a piece, he usually doesn’t just throw a tantrum, but fights back like a true gladiator of the mind.
On the psychological front, Leonid isn't easily rattled, though a tilt factor of 15 hints that even the best have their off days. His prime time to shine is early in the morning – around 7 AM – when his brain is sharpest, and the pawns obey his command.
His longest winning streak stands proudly at 10 games, while his all-too-human longest losing streak of 15 reminds us that even International Masters have their moments of chaos on the board.
Off the clock, Leonid’s average game lasts around 75 moves when he wins – proof that he’s not just about quick kills, but often drafts epic chess sagas filled with twists, turns, and knightly duels. And don’t be fooled by his quiet demeanor; his rivalry with names like zhigalko_sergei, macmasterr, and vincechase is peppered with fierce battles that spice up his impressive stats.
So if you catch Nozdrachev_Leonid online, prepare for a smart, resilient opponent who treats every game as a grand performance – and who might just leave you wondering if chess is a sport, an art, or simply a way to survive one brilliant move at a time.
Fun fact: Leonid’s preferred finishing move often involves his opponent’s resignation after just a few stunned moments realizing they’re up against a master of the game!
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🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Alek | 10W / 6L / 0D | |
| Sergei Zhigalko | 0W / 15L / 1D | |
| vincechase | 10W / 5L / 0D | |
| Jose Martinez | 1W / 10L / 1D | |
| luis_rey | 7W / 4L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2602 | |||
| 2024 | 2428 | 2554 | ||
| 2023 | 2434 | 2625 | 2546 | |
| 2022 | 2470 | 2563 | ||
| 2021 | 2529 | 2553 | ||
| 2020 | 1830 | 1997 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5W / 0L / 0D | 3W / 1L / 0D | 102.4 |
| 2024 | 7W / 19L / 2D | 13W / 12L / 1D | 82.2 |
| 2023 | 118W / 100L / 7D | 88W / 115L / 20D | 72.1 |
| 2022 | 153W / 115L / 27D | 126W / 141L / 17D | 84.9 |
| 2021 | 444W / 323L / 69D | 424W / 345L / 52D | 82.6 |
| 2020 | 5W / 1L / 0D | 3W / 2L / 0D | 73.0 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 261 | 136 | 96 | 29 | 52.1% |
| Philidor Defense | 157 | 80 | 65 | 12 | 51.0% |
| Czech Defense | 152 | 78 | 62 | 12 | 51.3% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 141 | 68 | 65 | 8 | 48.2% |
| Modern Defense | 47 | 20 | 22 | 5 | 42.5% |
| Barnes Defense | 37 | 17 | 17 | 3 | 46.0% |
| French Defense: Advance Variation | 35 | 15 | 17 | 3 | 42.9% |
| Amar Gambit | 35 | 18 | 15 | 2 | 51.4% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 34 | 12 | 20 | 2 | 35.3% |
| French Defense | 34 | 24 | 8 | 2 | 70.6% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Czech Defense | 91 | 52 | 35 | 4 | 57.1% |
| Amar Gambit | 86 | 52 | 31 | 3 | 60.5% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 53 | 13 | 36 | 4 | 24.5% |
| Philidor Defense | 46 | 23 | 22 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 45 | 25 | 18 | 2 | 55.6% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 39 | 18 | 20 | 1 | 46.1% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 36 | 24 | 9 | 3 | 66.7% |
| French Defense | 35 | 19 | 15 | 1 | 54.3% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 24 | 12 | 12 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Barnes Defense | 22 | 17 | 5 | 0 | 77.3% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Opening* | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 10 | 8 |
| Losing | 15 | 0 |