Зубарев Александр GM

Grandmaster Александр Зубарев (aka zubridis)

Born to bewilder chessboards and frustrate pawns, Александр Зубарев is a Grandmaster recognized by FIDE, a title that demands respect and a certain level of unrelenting chess obsession. With a blitz rating soaring as high as 2675 in early 2025, Александр is no stranger to fast-paced battles where knights gallop and queens wreak havoc faster than you can say "checkmate!"

Career Highlights & Style

Known for his tactical wizardry and resilience, Александр boasts a stellar comeback rate of over 84%, meaning if you think you have him on the ropes, think again. His average win spans approximately 71 moves, proving that patience and endurance are as essential as a killer opening.

Whether commanding the white pieces with a 57.5% success rate or leading the black army with a wins rate over 54%, Александр’s play is characterized by deep endgame expertise (appearing in nearly 80% of his finishes) and strategic finesse that often leaves his opponents scratching their heads.

A Blitz Maestro

Blitz is Александр’s domain. With an impressive record of 594 wins against 388 losses and 75 draws in over a thousand games against "Top Secret" openings, his average win rate in blitz hovers around a ruthless 56%. His longest winning streak? A jaw-dropping 20 consecutive victories that must have left many challengers contemplating retirement.

Rapid and Bullet Adventures

In rapid chess, Александр flexes a modest yet solid performance with wins nearing half of his games, and a bullet record that reveals a powerful strike rate of 59%. Because sometimes, even Grandmasters like to play at lightning speed – and prove it’s not just about slow, deep thinking.

Personality & Psychological Edge

A subtle psychological warrior, Александр has a tilt factor of 8 — just low enough to stay cool but high enough to keep his opponents guessing. His best time to strike? Midnight chess sessions where quiet minds make cunning moves.

Memorable Moments

Among recent gleaming victories, Александр delivered a masterful Caro-Kann Advance featuring precise piece play and a relentless attack that forced his opponent’s resignation. Another game ended with a picturesque checkmate that would make chess instructors proud.

Known Opponents & Rivalries

Facing opponents from casual players to fellow titans, Александр’s win rates vary widely, with legendary 100% victories against occasional foes who dared cross his path, and stubborn battles with those who could steal wins here and there. His most-battled adversary is garbogshuga1287 with 43 encounters and nearly 80% win ratio — a rivalry certainly fueling his competitive fire.

Fun Fact

When Александр isn’t busy calculating impossible tactical shots, he’s probably pondering how to fit 21 hours of chess into a 24-hour day — because at this level, sleep is just an optional move!

In the chess world, Александр Зубарев is not just a player; he is a formidable force, a midnight strategist, and quite possibly the reason your favorite opening feels suddenly unsafe.