Matthieu Cornette - The Grandmaster of the Blitz Realm
Meet Matthieu Cornette, better known to the online chess world as Tocras, a formidable Grandmaster who dances with pieces more deftly than a cat on a keyboard. Awarded the prestigious GM title by FIDE, Matthieu has carved out a reputation as a tactical wizard especially deadly in blitz games where speed truly is the essence.
Rating Rollercoaster & Peak Performance
Matthieu’s blitz rating has soared to dizzying heights, peaking at a mind-boggling 2885 in April 2025 — a rating that could make even the most stoic chess engines blink twice. His bullet game is no joke either, reaching a peak rating of 2855. Rapid chess remains respectable with a peak of 2602 showcasing his versatility beyond lightning-fast time controls.
Playing Style and Personality
Known for an impressive come-back rate of 87%, Matthieu refuses to throw in the towel early — his opponents often find themselves on a rollercoaster ride against a player who thrives in the endgame, diving deep into complex positions with an average of 74 moves per win. That says a lot about his stamina and love for long fights!
Be wary if you face him around 7 PM
His most successful blitz opening? Something intriguingly dubbed "Unknown Opening" that has led to a strong 54% win rate over nearly 3,700 games. And when Matthieu opts for the Alekhine’s Defense Four Pawns Fianchetto Variation, his win rate rockets to an impressive 71%! Notably, in blitz battles, he has a knack for the Van Geet Opening reversed Nimzowitsch variation, boasting a flawless 100% win record in the few games played.
Just recently, Matthieu (Tocras) secured a glorious checkmate victory using the Alekhine's Defense Four Pawns Fianchetto Variation, showcasing his sharp tactical vision on May 28, 2025. Despite the velocity of his games, resignation is a rare farewell — he checks mates or wins on time so often it feels like he's giving his opponents a tour of how to lose with style.
With thousands of games under his belt, Tocras has rubbed virtual elbows with a chess pantheon ranging from 'aqueen055' to ‘chessshop’. Some unlucky souls never scored a single win against him, while others had the privilege of seeing his tactical prowess firsthand. The grandmaster’s scoreboard is a mosaic of victories, draws, and the occasional loss—because even legends stumble now and then.
Matthieu Cornette is more than just a Grandmaster; he’s a blitz virtuoso, a bullet speedster, and a rapid strategist. Balancing speed with precision, endurance with tactical flair, his chess journey continues to enthrall fans worldwide. Whether it’s a casual game or a high-stakes online blitz tournament, facing Tocras means entering the arena of wit, grit, and undeniable chess charm.
Watch out! If you blink, you might just miss his checkmate.Opening Theories and Secret Weapons
Recent Highlights from the Battlefield
Legend Amongst Opponents
In Summary