Алексей Польщиков - International Master
Алексей Польщиков, also known online as Orange_mode, is a formidable chess player who proudly holds the title of International Master awarded by FIDE. With a penchant for blitz and bullet chess, Алексей has dazzled opponents with tactical brilliance and a knack for comebacks that make even grandmasters raise an eyebrow.
Chess Style & Strengths
Known for an Early Resignation Rate under 1%, Алексей fights until the very end, making their games often last around 72 moves on average when winning—a testament to their resilience and stamina. The endgame is Alexey’s playground, with an impressive 78.6% frequency, proving expertise beyond just flashy openings.
One might say Алексей has nerves of steel: with an extraordinary come back rate of 88.8% and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece, they turn potential disaster into victory like a true chess Houdini.
Ratings & Performance
Over the years, Алексей has steadily improved their Blitz rating, peaking at an astounding 2623 in 2024, while maintaining solid average ratings around 2550. Bullet chess is no less impressive—with a max rating of 2490 and a striking 75.7% win rate with their favorite, closely guarded “Top Secret” openings (Chess pros do have secrets!).
Rapid play also shines, reaching a max of 2257, showing the versatility beyond just fast-paced time controls.
Memorable Stats & Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak: 11 games — imagine that mindset!
- Win rates: White pieces 61%, Black pieces 55.5% (because Алексей loves a good challenge from both sides)
- Has played hundreds of blitz games, winning over 550 matches with a cool 58% overall winning rate.
- Most feared online opponents currently include lucomighty (whom Алексей beat 100% of the time!) — clearly a rival to watch out for.
When Does Алексей Shine?
Evening hours (especially around 17:00 to 21:00) are Алексей’s prime time with win rates exceeding 60%, and Sundays and Wednesdays are their lucky days with win ratios touching nearly 63%. Maybe a caffeine-fueled genius? Or just excellent timing!
The Personality Behind the Moves
With a tilt factor of 5, Алексей keeps calm under pressure—rarely losing composure despite brutal battles on the board. The psychological warfare is part of the game, and Алексей plays it like a grandmaster of the mind.
Whether it’s a quick bullet blitz or a dramatic endgame struggle, Алексей Польщиков continues to impress, entertain, and crush opponents with style, humor, and an unyielding love for the royal game.