Pavel Anisimov - The Grandmaster from the Shadows
Pavel Anisimov, or as the online chess world often knows him, PaulfromSPb, is a formidable Grandmaster who has been quietly climbing the ranks with a blend of tactical genius and resilient fighting spirit. Earning his title from FIDE, Pavel has proven time and again that he is no ordinary chess player — he is the kind of opponent who laughs in the face of early resignation and endgames with over 80 moves.
A Career in Numbers
Starting out with a bullet rating of 1362 in early 2015, Pavel surged to a blistering peak of 2741 in bullet chess by March 2021. Blitz is where he truly shines — with a peak rating of an astounding 2840 in March 2021, Pavel’s lightning-fast decision making leaves opponents scrambling. Rapid chess? Not his strongest suit, but still respectable with a peak of 2595. Don't ask about daily chess ratings; after all, who has time to wait days for a move when you can blitz opponents in seconds?
Playing Style: Endgame Extraordinaire
With an average of about 82 moves per game before victory or defeat, Pavel endures epic battles reminiscent of marathon matches. His love for the endgame is no joke - almost 81% of his games see him through to the late stages, proving his stamina and strategic depth. What's more, his comeback rate is a stunning 85.74% indicating that even if he's down a piece, he refuses to quit and often turns the tables. Early resignation? Only 2.54% of the time – this guy fights until every pawn is dancing on the board.
Psychological Edge & Timing
Pavel seems to play best when the world sleeps. His best time of day to play is around 1 AM – perfect timing for nocturnal chess warriors and insomniacs alike. With a tilt factor of just 12, he is calm under pressure, rarely letting frustration influence his moves. His rated vs casual win difference of 14.72 points out that he seriously means business when the stakes are high.
Memorable Streaks & Rivalries
He boasts a longest winning streak of 22 games and currently rides a 10-game winning streak, which can only be described as marathon-like dominance. Opponents such as blitzstream, chessicallyinclined, and gmkrikor have faced Pavel in over 70 matches each, making them frequent wrestling partners on the chessboard.
Fun Facts & Quirks
- Pavel’s favorite (and secret!) opening is top secret — even his opponents never quite know what hit them.
- He has won over 3,000 blitz games online, proving that speed and precision are his best friends.
- Despite his blitz dominance, his bullet win rate hovers right around 50%, which means sometimes he enjoys a good nail-biting battle.
- If you defeat Pavel, you probably did it between 8 AM and 4 PM — his off-peak hours.
Latest Triumphs
One of his most recent victories was an intense blitz battle where he executed a strategic Sicilian Defense - Canal Attack, forcing his opponent to resign in a heroic 46-move slugfest. Not one to be outdone, Pavel’s resilience and precision shone brightly in games against strong titled players, proving once again he’s a master of turning even risky situations into wins.
In short, Pavel Anisimov is a chess force to be reckoned with: hardworking, relentless, and always scheming for the next tactical knockout. Keep an eye on PaulfromSPb – he’s just getting warmed up.