Aleksandr Rakhmanov
Grandmaster Extraordinaire
Meet Aleksandr Rakhmanov, a chess Grandmaster whose blitz skills could give the speediest knights a run for their money! With a peak blitz rating soaring to an impressive 2916 in December 2023, Aleksandr has shown that lightning-fast calculations and razor-sharp tactics are his daily bread.
Since bursting onto the chess scene with daily ratings over 2200 back in 2008, Aleksandr has steadily climbed the ranks, mastering multiple time controls: from bullet to rapid, and of course, the ever-exciting blitz. His bullet peak of 2777 and rapid peak above 2660 underline his versatility and stamina over the chessboard.
Aleksandr is not just about flashy moves, though. With an astonishing comeback rate exceeding 87%, he's the embodiment of resilience. Lose a piece? No worries — he's still got a 58.57% chance to turn things around. In fact, his games tend to last long enough to enjoy an entire TV series, averaging nearly 80 moves before the final checkmate.
His favorite openings remain "Top Secret," though folklore suggests he enjoys a bit of Scandinavian Defense spice here and there. His storied blitz record boasts over 1200 wins, proving that his motto might be: "If at first you don’t succeed, blitz harder."
By the numbers: Aleksandr’s white pieces win about 61.5% of the time, and black commands respect too at nearly 59%. He clearly plays with equal confidence no matter the color or the clock. Just don’t challenge him early in the morning — his best time to strike is around six in the morning when his brain turns into a tactical powerhouse.
Recent battles have been thrilling! On May 20, 2025, Aleksandr clinched a sharp victory using the Scandinavian Defense, winning on time after a tense 58-move duel. And when caught off guard, well, even a Grandmaster can taste defeat — but that only fuels his comeback spirit.
Off the board, Aleksandr might be plotting world domination one pawn at a time. On it, he's already a legend. Whether you're a casual player or a tactical genius, remember the name Rakhmanov_Aleksandr — a Grandmaster who blends speed, strategy, and a pinch of humor to keep every game electric!