Overview
Vladislav Onufrienko (also known online as ri4mi) is a National Master who has built a reputation as a fierce blitz specialist. Comfortable in fast time controls, Vladislav mixes surgical tactics with patient endgame technique. Fans and opponents alike know him for long, grinding victories and an uncanny ability to pull a comeback when the clocks are ticking.
- Title: National Master (National)
- Handle: ri4mi
- Preferred time control: Blitz - a natural speed chess player
- Peak blitz rating: 2631 (2024-08-25)
Playing Style & Strengths
Vladislav plays like someone who enjoys both fireworks and long walks through the endgame. He scores highly on tactical recovery and is notorious for turning lost positions into wins.
- High comeback ability - resilient under pressure with a reported comeback rate above 80 percent
- Endgame specialist - often converts small edges; plays long decisive games (average moves per win around the mid 70s)
- Psychology - best time of day to face him is early morning; he performs especially well around 05:00
Opening Repertoire
Vladislav is eclectic but shows clear preferences. He can be provocative with the Alekhine Defense and comfortable in classical systems. Opponents should prepare for nuanced middlegame fights rather than cheap tactics.
- As Black: Alekhine Defense - a frequent choice with deep practical experience
- As White: Four Knights Game and Closed Sicilian lines - steady, maneuvering systems that lead to rich middlegames
- Also frequently plays: Caro-Kann Defense, QGD: 3.Nc3 Bb4 and the London System poison pawn ideas
Memorable Streaks & Records
Vladislav has enjoyed several hot streaks and has also faced brutal downsides - both extremes are part of what makes his games entertaining.
- Longest winning streak: 14 games
- Longest losing streak: 14 games - a reminder that even masters have bad weeks
- Recorded blitz record highlights: thousands of games with a razor-close win-loss balance, showing consistency at high volume
- Most-played opponent: Marlon Steven Aspiazu Sibri - a favorable head-to-head with 17 wins, 8 losses, 1 draw
Quick Facts
- Peak performances captured in this chart:
- Top rapid peak recorded as well - versatile across fast controls
- Favored openings for study: Alekhine Defense, Four Knights Game, Sicilian Defense: Closed
- Notable tendencies: high endgame frequency, low early resignations, strong late-game resilience
Sample Game
A short illustrative blitz opening sequence that captures Vladislav's taste for classical development leading into middlegame tension.
Where to Follow
If you want to study Vladislav's games, check his profile and recent activity. He plays a huge volume of blitz and the database of games is rich with instructive wins and instructive losses alike.
- Profile: Vladislav Onufrienko
- Explore key terms and openings: Alekhine Defense, Four Knights Game