Vasilij Malyshev IM

Vasilij Malyshev – The Blitz Wiz

Alias: Vasily_IM

Vasilij Malyshev is not your everyday chess player – he holds the prestigious title of International Master from FIDE, which basically means he’s got chess skills sharper than a knight’s fork. Specializing in blitz chess, Vasilij has raced against the clock and opponents alike, achieving a stunning peak blitz rating of 2661 in 2025.

Blitz Career Highlights

• Played 295 blitz games, winning 137 times.
• Boasts a near-mystical average blitz rating of around 2514 in 2024 and a lightning-fast rise to over 2660 by 2025.
• Known for resilience and tactical wizardry, Vasilij’s comeback rate after losing pieces is an astonishing 92.7%, and he wins 100% of games when down material – talk about turning the tables!

Playing Style – Endgame Extraordinaire

Vasilij’s secret weapon? His love for the endgame, appearing in almost 85% of his games. He prefers the marathon over the sprint, averaging around 81 moves to victory. Don’t let the fast pace fool you; this player battles through to the bitter end with exceptional precision.

Psychology and Stamina

With a low tilt factor of 4, Vasilij keeps his cool when the heat is on – a skill many amateurs can only dream of. Plus, he shines brightest on Mondays (with a win rate over 72%) and during the 13th hour of the day where he wins a whopping 80% of his games. Clearly, this is the player you want on your Monday morning chess lineup.

Fun Facts

• Has a unique "Top Secret" opening strategy with a solid 46.44% win rate – the secret remains, well, secret!
• Longest winning streak stands at a proud 5 games, currently enjoying a 2-game streak.
• Wins 100% of matches against several opponents, proving that once Vasilij sets his mind to winning, nothing stands in his way.

In short, Vasilij Malyshev is a dazzling blitz force – a tactical genius, an endgame maestro, and a psychological rock who plays chess like it’s both high-speed chess and a prolonged chess opera. Opponents beware: when you face Vasily_IM, you’re in for a thrilling ride!