Boris Plotnikov vs Maksim Chertkov
Boris Plotnikov (16, FM, RUS) and Maksim Chertkov (17, FM, RUS) have met 6 times in classical OTB plus 7 rapid/blitz games. Chertkov leads the classical series 2–0 (4 draws). With current classical ratings of 2330 and 2396, the Elo model gives Chertkov a 41% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2330 vs 2396 (Δ -66)
With Boris Plotnikov as white
32% Boris26% draw41% Maksim
With Maksim Chertkov as white
25% Boris22% draw53% Maksim
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Boris Plotnikov | Maksim Chertkov | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2330 | 2396 |
| Peak rating | 2367 · Jan 2026 | 2396 · Apr 2026 |
| Peak age | 16 | 17 |
| World rank now | #3,203 | #1,752 |
| World rank peak | #2,302 | #1,749 |
| Federation rank now | #143 | #84 |
| Games (career, STD) | 717 | 674 |
| Months active | 106 | 126 |
| % white wins | 53% | 63% |
| % black wins | 50% | 57% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | 2247 | 2359 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 184 | 456 |
Best Win
Boris Plotnikov
Maksim Chertkov
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (13)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Boris Plotnikov
Maksim Chertkov