Profile: Alfaz Ahmad (aka A1f4z)
Alfaz Ahmad is a spirited chess aficionado who’s been navigating the battlefield of 64 squares with a knack for surprise and resilience. Known in some circles as A1f4z, Alfaz's chess journey is a rollercoaster of wins, losses, and the occasional dramatic blunder that keeps the games exciting for both opponents and spectators alike.
Chess Ratings & Playing Style
In the rapid arena, Alfaz has danced between a modest rating of 240 to a peak near 890, showing steady improvement and a remarkable comeback ability of 50.16%. With a curious taste for endings, he tends to play longer games averaging about 45 moves per win, proving that patience is a virtue — or maybe just a habit. His endgame frequency is relatively high at 40.79%, which suggests he enjoys squeezing out victories in the thrilling last moments.
Interestingly, Alfaz holds a perfect 100% win record after losing a piece — yes, you read that right! Either an iron will or the universe’s way of balancing the scales. His tilt factor of 14 means he has a few fiery moments, but nothing a good coffee break can't fix.
Opening Repertoire
When it comes to openings, Alfaz feels most at home with classical favorites. The King's Pawn Opening is his playground, boasting a win rate around 58% in rapid games. For those who like a bit more spice, the Queen’s Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation treats Alfaz well, with an impressive 60% win rate. Defensive openings like the Philidor Defense are also surprisingly fruitful in blitz, suggesting Alfaz is not afraid to shake hands with solid yet slightly offbeat lines.
A Battle-Tested Opponent
Alfaz has locked horns with numerous challengers, some vanquished (looking at you, jacketovy and kaddach11 with 100% win rates against them), and others who left him scratching his head a bit. His all-time longest winning streak of 12 games is a testament to his ability to keep focus—and likely an excess supply of caffeine—when in the zone.
Funny Tidbits & Quirks
With an early resignation rate of 7.54%, Alfaz sometimes admits defeat before it’s absolutely necessary, perhaps to conserve energy for the next clash or due to sudden distractions (like a cat walking across the keyboard). His highest win rates are strangely clustered in the wee hours of 1 AM and 2 AM (over 65%)—possibly fueled by midnight snacks and the quiet of night fueling his tactical genius.
In Summary
Alfaz Ahmad isn't just a gamer; he's the kind of player who lives for the unpredictable twists and turns of chess battles. Armed with a mix of classical strategies and tenacity that defies early setbacks, Alfaz remains an engaging figure in the chess community. Whether winning or learning (mostly winning, let's be honest), he is a player to watch — or challenge, if you dare!
