Early Life and Career: Artemiev started playing chess at the age of six and quickly rose through the ranks of the Russian chess scene, becoming a grandmaster in 2014 at the age of 16. He continued his success with winning the World Under-18 Championship.
Career Highlights: Some of his notable career achievements include winning the 'A' tournament of the 2015 Russian Chess Championships; securing the European Rapid Chess Championship title in 2017; the silver in the 2017 European Blitz Chess Championship; and outright first in the 2019 Gibraltar Masters. He was also part of the team that won the 2020 World Online Chess Olympiad.
Playing Style: A tactically aggressive player, Artemiev is fond of offbeat openings, and his creative and unpredictable style of play frequently confounds his opponents. He is often cited for his exceptional skill in rapid and blitz chess.