David Alexandru (aka Sashadav97)
International Master of Chess
David Alexandru, crowned with the prestigious title of International Master by FIDE, is a chess player whose game can best be described as a thrilling rollercoaster ride—if rollercoasters had knights, queens, and occasional cunning sacrifices. Known in the digital chess arenas as Sashadav97, David has demonstrated a fierce passion and relentless dedication to the 64 squares.
Rating & Play Style
With a peak blitz rating soaring to an astonishing 2835 in mid-2021, David is no stranger to fast, furious, and precise chess battles. His bullet rating once touched the high 2700s, making him a speedy tactician who can outwit opponents before the clock even ticks down. Despite his love for rapid-fire games, David also holds his own in daily and standard formats, showcasing a balanced mastery of various time controls.
A Statistical Portrait
- Total blitz wins: 1081 (almost as many as his losses at 959 – he never backs down!)
- Bullet battles fought: Over 1000 games with a nearly even win-loss record (520-505)
- Daily chess perfection: A flawless 22 wins with zero losses
- Rapid games are a bit trickier, but David’s strategic gears keep grinding with highlight wins and learning curves alike.
Signature Style & Tendencies
David is an endgame enthusiast, with a hearty 77% endgame frequency, meaning he loves to grind down his opponents in the final chapters. Known for his psychological resilience, he boasts a remarkable comeback rate of 85%, turning the tide even when pieces are lost. But beware: his tilt factor of 13 suggests he’s human—sometimes frustrated, yet always bouncing back swiftly. His trusty opening weapon remains Top Secret—because who wants to reveal ALL their tricks?
Memorable Moments
Among his latest triumphs was a sharp game in July 2021 where he dismantled his opponent's defenses in a Queens Gambit Declined, wrapping up the match by resignation in just over 5 minutes. Calm, collected, and calculating—David knows that sometimes the best move is to make your opponent throw in the towel faster than you can say “checkmate.”
Off the Board
When not maneuvering knights into forks or queens into deadly pins, David is probably pondering his next big chess meme or finding new strategies to surprise friends and rivals alike. A player with stats that read like a thriller novel, David Alexandru is a rising or firmly established star whose journey through the world of chess is as fascinating as a well-played Sicilian Defense.
In short: David Alexandru is not just playing chess; he’s rewriting the script on how thrilling, intense, and downright fun chess can be.
