Alexander Alekhine
So, you think modern chess whizzes can multitask? Pfft. Meet Alexander Alekhine: the OG of deep-thinking chess grandmasters with a penchant for booze and baffling opponents. This guy didn’t just play chess; he turned it into psychological warfare. You know you’re dealing with a legend when fans are more obsessed with his cat-and-mouse style than modern players’ entire careers. Trying to explain Alekhine’s moves? It's like teaching quantum physics at a toddler's birthday party. Good luck picking someone else in the 'Greatest Chess Players of All Time' league!
Alexander Alekhine's Rankings
Chess Players
Rank: #6 (see rankings)
Win Rate: 34.6%
Streak: ❄️ 1-match losing streak
Best matchups (highest win rate)
- Alexander Alekhine vs Vladimir Kramnik - Wins 63.6% of battles
- Alexander Alekhine vs Mikhail Botvinnik - Wins 55.6% of battles
- Alexander Alekhine vs Viswanathan Anand - Wins 50.0% of battles
Worst matchups (lowest win rate)
- Alexander Alekhine vs Bobby Fischer - Loses 83.3% of battles
- Alexander Alekhine vs Garry Kasparov - Loses 83.3% of battles
- Alexander Alekhine vs Magnus Carlsen - Loses 83.3% of battles