Alexander Igorevich Grischuk, born October 31, 1983, stands as one of Russia's most versatile and accomplished super grandmasters. Known for exceptional prowess in faster time formats, Grischuk is a three-time World Blitz Chess Champion (2006, 2012, 2015), making him only the second player after Magnus Carlsen to achieve multiple world blitz titles.​ While celebrated for his blitz mastery, Grischuk has maintained elite status across all time formats throughout his career. He held world rankings in the top 10 for nearly his entire professional life, achieving his peak ranking of world No. 3 in May 2014 with a formidable classical rating of 2810—surpassing the coveted 2800 threshold. This places him among the select group of only 20 players to have ever crossed 2800.​ Beyond his world blitz titles, Grischuk has demonstrated sustained excellence, including winning the 2009 Russian Chess Championship and reaching the finals of the 2011 Candidates Tournament, where he narrowly fell to Boris Gelfand. His contributions to team chess are substantial: he has won six team gold medals (two at Chess Olympiads and four at World Team Championships) alongside multiple silver and bronze medals.​ As of November 2025, at age 42, Grischuk maintains a classical rating of 2654, ranking 65th globally, with strong rapid (2677, #30) and blitz (2665, #33) ratings. Recent tournament participation includes the FIDE Grand Swiss 2025 and the Spanish Club Championship, demonstrating his continued competitive engagement. Five Candidates Tournament appearances and consistent presence in world-class competitions underscore his legacy as one of modern chess's most durable and talented performers.​