Petr Kostenko GM

Petr Kostenko - Grandmaster Extraordinaire

Petr Kostenko, known in the chess realm by the username petrkostenko, has proudly earned the prestigious Grandmaster title from FIDE, a badge reserved for the elite minds who see the 64 squares as their kingdom.

Rating and Performance Highlights

With a peak rapid rating of 2462 (June 2020) and an impressive blitz peak of 2556 achieved as recently as November 2024, Petr has proven time and time again that quick wit and deep strategy are his best chess companions. Even bullet chess sees his determined spirit with a max rating of 2240.

Style and Strategy

Petr is an endgame enthusiast, wrapping up about 85% of his games with careful precision in the late stages. He averages roughly 78 moves per win — a true marathoner rather than a sprinter.

Known for his relentless tactical awareness, he boasts an incredible 82% comeback rate after falling behind, showing that giving up is never in his vocabulary. He wins more than half the time even after losing a piece!

Interestingly, Petr wins slightly more often with the black pieces (56%) than white (53%) — a sign that he thrives under pressure and enjoys turning defense into attack.

Records and Rivalries

He plays a lot of "Unknown Openings" with great success, winning nearly 65% of his rapid games on that mystery terrain. Against familiar foes, Petr has developed strong rivalries—with top opponents like corrnel and ibrayevnb, the former yielding a winning rate of 75%.

A Glimpse into Recent Battles

One of Petr’s most glamorous victories was against AMT_Chess on 20 November 2024, where using the Ruy Lopez Opening in a rapid game, he masterfully maneuvered through 50 moves before the opponent resigned. It was a display of patience, courage, and more than a little bit of chess wizardry.

But even Grandmasters stumble, and Petr’s recent losses show his formidable opponents can occasionally get the better of him. Yet, knowing that even failures feed future triumphs, Petr’s focus remains unshaken.

Fun Facts

• Longest winning streak: a dazzling 8 games in a row — could he resist the urge to resign early? Apparently not.
• Current losing streak: a humble 5 games — everyone hits rough patches, even grandmasters.
• Best time of day to strike: early mornings, with a win rate soaring to 82% around 9 am. Clearly, breakfast is his secret weapon.

Psychological Strength

With a tilt factor of just 5, Petr keeps cool under fire and rarely lets frustration cloud his judgment. His tactical genius combines with this calm demeanor to make him a tenacious competitor who learns from every slip.

In the great chess arena, Petr Kostenko has carved his unique path: part tactician, part warrior, and 100% chess aficionado. Whether facing heavyweights or rising stars, his moves always tell a story of dedication, passion, and a dash of cheeky brilliance.

Ready to take on the board? Petr's waiting.