Alexander M Stepanov vs Anatoly Korolev
Alexander M Stepanov (75, RUS) and Anatoly Korolev (48, RUS) have met 8 times in classical OTB. Stepanov leads the classical series 4–0 (4 draws). With current classical ratings of 1960 and 1846, the Elo model gives Stepanov a 62% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 1960 vs 1846 (Δ +114)
With Alexander M Stepanov as white
62% Alexander16% draw22% Anatoly
With Anatoly Korolev as white
52% Alexander19% draw29% Anatoly
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Alexander M Stepanov | Anatoly Korolev | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 1960 | 1846 |
| Peak rating | 2424 · Jul 2001 | 2351 · Jan 2011 |
| Peak age | 50 | 33 |
| World rank now | #32,264 | #69,797 |
| World rank peak | #1,411 | #3,339 |
| Federation rank now | #1,020 | #3,853 |
| Games (career, STD) | 279 | 206 |
| Months active | 218 | 218 |
| % white wins | 16% | 23% |
| % black wins | 22% | 15% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | — | — |
| Activity 12m (games) | 0 | 0 |
Best Win
Alexander M Stepanov
Anatoly Korolev
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (8)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Alexander M Stepanov
Anatoly Korolev