Aliaksandra Tarasenka - Woman FIDE Master and Chess Enthusiast
Known in the chess world as Stosk, Aliaksandra Tarasenka holds the prestigious title of Woman FIDE Master. A fierce competitor across all time controls, Aliaksandra's journey is a tale of dedication, resilience, and the occasional dramatic comeback that would make even the toughest grandmaster blink.
Rating Highlights
- Blitz: Reached a peak rating of 2373 in 2020, climbing from a modest 1719 in 2019 — talk about a glow-up!
- Bullet: Climbed from just over a thousand to a blazing 2158 by 2020, proving speed is indeed an art form.
- Rapid: Hovering around the 1900s with some tough battles along the way.
Style & Stats
Aliaksandra is a chess chameleon with a win rate of about 59% when playing White and nearly 50% with Black. Endgames? Oh yes — they come up in nearly 86% of her games, and she spends an average of 79 moves to claim victory, showing patience and stamina reminiscent of a chess marathon runner.
Tactical Genius
If losing a piece means it’s game over for most players, not for Aliaksandra. She bounces back with a 100% win rate after losing material—impressive resilience mixed with a dash of tactical sorcery. With a comeback rate of over 90%, she's the opponent you hope not to fall behind against!
Daily Chess Mood
Fun fact: Tuesday may be 'meh' with a modest 43% win rate, but Thursdays are her lucky days, boasting a phenomenal 78% success rate. Nights? Not so lucky — 8 PM seems to be her chess nightmare hour with 0% wins, so she probably avoids playing then (or maybe she’s just contemplating complex endgames).
Notable Rivalries
Aliaksandra is no stranger to familiar foes, battling repeatedly against the likes of thechesscorner64 and fraddy2, with mixed results but always fighting hard. She's particularly fond of taking on grandcoach, kinga2008, and politeplayer, against whom she holds a perfect 100% winning record. Respect for politeness, but watch out for the checkmate!
Quirky Chess Trivia
- Once rode a 9-game winning streak — long enough to teach a masterclass on momentum.
- Known for a low early resignation rate (~2.7%), showing her refusal to quit even when the odds look grim.
- Playing white pieces? She prefers the "slow burn" — long games with thoughtful maneuvers leading to gradual dominance.
In all, Aliaksandra "Stosk" Tarasenka is a determined and strategic chess player who blends tactical alertness with psychological resilience. Whether blitzing, bulleting, or slowly outplaying opponents, she leaves her mark on the 64 squares — often with a smile and a surprising twist that keeps fans and foes guessing!