Vladislav Artemiev, born March 5, 1998, in Omsk, Russia, is a leading Russian grandmaster known for his dynamic and versatile play. Learning chess at six, he quickly rose through the ranks, becoming an International Master before age 14 and earning his Grandmaster title shortly thereafter. Artemiev’s breakthrough came in 2019, when he won the Gibraltar Chess Festival and the European Individual Chess Championship, and helped Russia claim gold at the World Team Chess Championship, entering the world’s top 10 with a peak rating of 2761. | Renowned for his tactical ingenuity and strong endgame technique, Artemiev excels in classical, rapid, and blitz formats. He tied for second at the 2019 World Rapid Chess Championship behind Magnus Carlsen and has remained a formidable presence in elite tournaments worldwide. As of October 2025, he holds a classical rating of 2646, a rapid rating of 2730, and a blitz rating of 2748, ranked #66 globally. Artemiev’s deep opening preparation and aggressive style continue to make him a major force in international chess.