Sergey Domogaev - Chess Grandmaster Extraordinaire
Sergey Domogaev, known in the online chess realm as sergey071164, is a formidable Grandmaster whose chessboard antics combine razor-sharp tactics with an uncanny ability to keep opponents guessing. Awarded the prestigious Grandmaster title by FIDE, Sergey has clawed his way through thousands of blitz battles, racking up an impressive peak blitz rating north of 2600, peaking at 2647 in December 2023. Not bad for someone who probably dreams in checkmate patterns!
Playing Style & Strengths
With almost 80% frequency in endgame play, Sergey shows he’s no stranger to the long haul, outlasting rivals with patience and precision. His comeback rate is an astonishing 86%, proving that being a Grandmaster isn’t just about early attacks but the heart of a fighter who battles back from adversity. Surprisingly, he's been known to resign early in about 0.41% of his games — probably saving energy for those marathon encounters!
Whether wielding the classic Queens Gambit Declined Exchange Positional Line with near-perfect success or throwing down the Neo Grunfeld Defense, Sergey’s opening repertoire mixes mystery with mastery. His "Top Secret" opening stats alone span nearly 4,000 blitz games, boasting an almost 50% win rate — an incredible volume that would give any chess historian a hernia.
Time Controls & Ratings
- Blitz: A fierce competitor with a peak of 2647, Sergey thrives in rapid-fire games.
- Rapid: Clocking a solid 2470, a format where his thoughtful strategies unfold.
- Bullet: Lightning-fast reflexes highlight his 2606 peak, enough to shock even the quickest of minds.
- Daily: Shows great consistency with a peak 2106 rating in long, ponderous games.
Recent Games Snapshot
Some highlights from his latest battles on the virtual battlefield:
- May 7, 2025 - Triumphant win by checkmate against benedikt2f, showcasing strategic finesse and impeccable timing (view game).
- Victory by resignation over ClassAct01 on the same day—guess Sergey was too tricky to handle! (view game)
- A close call: a loss on time to Salamandrinethird, proving even Grandmasters can blink (view game).
A Psychology Pro
Sergey prefers to play early mornings – around 2 a.m. seems to be his magic hour – apparently a time when most mortals are asleep and chesspieces tremble in fear. His "tilt factor" is impressively low and he's quite comfortable recovering from losses, with a solid win rate even after losing a piece.
In Summary
Grandmaster Sergey Domogaev isn’t just a chess player; he’s a whirlwind of calculated risks, quiet comebacks, and a deeply strategic mind that makes battles on the board as thrilling as a high-stakes thriller movie. Whether blitzing or bulleting, this chess gladiator keeps his cool, racks up wins, and sometimes even loses on time — just to keep the game interesting.
