Overview
Nguyen Quang Anh, who competes under the handle NguyenQuangAnh3112, is a Vietnamese chess player and a recognized titled player with the FIDE Candidate Master title. A natural at handling the clock, he gravitates toward fast-paced battles and often treats a quick game as a fun puzzle on the board. His preferred time control is Bullet, where his quick instincts and sharp tactical eye come to the fore. Nguyen Quang Anh
Career Highlights
- Earned the FIDE title of Candidate Master, marking him as a rising force in the chess world.
- Peak Blitz rating reached 2824 in 2025, a testament to his sharp reflexes under fire.
- Peak Bullet rating reached 2771 in 2025, underscoring his prowess in ultra-fast battles.
- Long streaks of form include a 31-game winning run, balanced by resilience through longer challenges (a notable 18-game losing streak is part of the learning curve).
- Openings play a central role in his approach, with a strong Blitz repertoire featuring the French Defense (Winawer and Advance variations) and Nimzo-Indian themes, complemented by QGD lines like 3.Nc3 Nf6 4.e3.
Playing Style and Time Controls
Bullet chess is his playground—fast, fearless, and full of dynamic decisions. He combines tactical awareness with practical endgame sense, often turning cramped positions into practical chances. His versatility is reflected in diverse results across time controls, but Bullet remains his preferred battleground. His fighting spirit is also captured in a high comeback rate, showing he can bounce back when things go awry.
Openings and Approach
NguyenQuangAnh3112's openings repertoire emphasizes active piece play and pressure in the early middlegame. In Blitz, he has shown strength with the French Defense (Winawer/Advance), Nimzo-Indian setups, and the Queen's Gambit structures like the QGD with lines such as 3.Nc3 Nf6 4.e3. His Rapid and Bullet games also feature resilient selections across the same families, adapting to the pace of the game and the opponent.
Notes and Fun Facts
Known for a calm demeanor at the board, he treats each move as a tiny strategic joke—sometimes a knight comes out of nowhere to steal the show. For a quick snapshot of his journey, see his profile: Nguyen Quang Anh and explore a stylized chart of his rapid progress with
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