Grandmaster ShimanovAlex: The Blitz Maestro with a Tactical Twist
ShimanovAlex, proudly holding the esteemed Grandmaster title from FIDE, is a force to be reckoned with on the chessboard. Known far and wide in the blitz arena, Alex has a flair for high-speed, high-stakes chess that few can match. With a peak blitz rating surpassing 3000, and bullet pushing beyond 3066, this player doesn’t just play quickly—they play sharply.
Over thousands of games, Alex’s style distills into a fascinating blend of aggressive tactics and psychological resilience. The perfect comeback artist, boasting an astounding 88.65% comeback rate after losing a piece, Alex keeps opponents guessing until the very last move. Whether it's the middle game fireworks or the grinding endgame, their 85% endgame frequency highlights a love for the long strategic battles.
While many crumble under pressure, Alex’s tilt factor is a modest 9, showing a cool head amidst chaos. The prime time to catch Alex lighting up the board? 5 PM sharp—when the mind is sharpest and the moves hottest.
Opponent beware: Alex’s win rates are legendary, particularly in blitz, where over 4000 wins out of nearly 8000 games translate to a win rate north of 52%. Their top secret opening tactics remain elusive, but if you hope to outmaneuver this GM, good luck—Alex’s record against the field has more zeros than a binary code!
A Recent Triumph
In a recent queen’s gambit declined encounter against DuleMudule, Alex demonstrated impeccable technique and patience, securing a win by resignation after a tense positional battle that showcased deft rook maneuvers and nifty pawn advances. A true masterclass in converting advantage.
Whether streaming online or competing in classic tournaments, ShimanovAlex embodies the spirit of modern chess: rapid, relentless, and occasionally ruthless. If chess were a dance, Alex would be the lead partner—in flawless rhythm, timing, and showmanship.
In short: When the clock is ticking, and the heat is on, ShimanovAlex is the grandmaster who brings the storm.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Salem AR Saleh | 65W / 101L / 15D | |
| Yaacov Norowitz | 71W / 72L / 9D | |
| Vladimir Fedoseev | 34W / 50L / 14D | |
| Daniel Naroditsky | 19W / 57L / 12D | |
| Dmitrij Kollars | 41W / 31L / 9D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2958 | |||
| 2022 | 2922 | |||
| 2021 | 3000 | 2904 | 2527 | |
| 2020 | 2763 | 2840 | 2694 | |
| 2019 | 2828 | 2626 | ||
| 2018 | 2701 | 2646 | ||
| 2017 | 2613 | 2672 | 2638 | |
| 2016 | 2564 | 2648 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 28W / 17L / 2D | 21W / 23L / 5D | 96.2 |
| 2022 | 5W / 1L / 0D | 4W / 2L / 0D | 109.4 |
| 2021 | 75W / 42L / 15D | 65W / 46L / 20D | 90.9 |
| 2020 | 508W / 296L / 74D | 430W / 351L / 111D | 86.3 |
| 2019 | 398W / 213L / 61D | 326W / 251L / 78D | 87.4 |
| 2018 | 492W / 286L / 98D | 412W / 356L / 94D | 83.2 |
| 2017 | 376W / 254L / 72D | 317W / 312L / 69D | 84.5 |
| 2016 | 364W / 210L / 63D | 330W / 256L / 66D | 84.7 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 7658 | 4015 | 2847 | 796 | 52.4% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 82 | 36 | 22 | 24 | 43.9% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 155 | 100 | 47 | 8 | 64.5% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 14 | 1 |
| Losing | 9 | 0 |