Александр

Александр (aka Wicked96)

Meet Александр, a spirited chess warrior known online as Wicked96. With a blitz rating that once soared to an impressive 1465 in late 2018, Александр is the kind of player who treats the chessboard like a battlefield—and sometimes, like a comedy stage. This grandmaster of surprises has shown time and again that resilience is key, boasting a remarkable comeback rate of 82.04%, meaning if the game looks grim, Wicked96 still has plenty of tricks up his sleeve.

Since bursting onto the chess scene in 2014 with a modest blitz rating hovering just above 1000, Александр steadily climbed the ranks through endless hours of rapid pawns advancing and queens dancing across the squares. He’s played over 3,000 blitz games, splitting nearly equal wins and losses (1890 wins to 1847 losses), proving that every loss is just a stepping stone to the next cunning move.

Don't mistake these numbers for seriousness alone; Wicked96’s style reveals a love for the long game with an average of 66 moves per win and a “tilt factor” low enough to survive even the toughest mind-bending positions. Endgames are a favorite arena, with a frequency of over 71%, where calm nerves and precision move him toward victory.

His opening repertoire? Mostly those classified as "Unknown Opening" with nearly a 50% win rate, and the intriguingly named "Top Secret" openings—because why reveal all your secrets before the match even begins? Fans speculate that the true name of the “Top Secret” opening is simply “Surprise Attack.”

Time-wise, Александр shines brightest in the wee hours, with the best playing time around 3 AM—proving some nights are truly made for chess. Despite the dreamy hour, his win rates remain strong, especially during the quiet, strategic moments where surprises happen.

Not afraid to resign early when the battle is lost (just a 1.11% early resignation rate), and comfortable switching gears between blitz, bullet, and rapid, Александр embraces the chaotic beauty of chess across all time controls, even if his rapid experience is a bit more limited.

Recent Triumph

One of Wicked96’s latest victories was a thrilling game against daryoush-kashi in June 2024, where he showcased his tactical prowess and strategic dominance, ultimately winning by resignation after dazzling play in the Scotch Game.
Watch the game here.

To sum it up, Александр is the chess player who battles with grit, plays with a bit of mystery, and never forgets to have fun—even when losing streaks stretch as long as 10 games. Whether blitzing through moves or plotting in the shadows, Wicked96 is always ready to keep opponents on their toes.