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AlbTB NM

Playing Since: 2022-12-06 (Active)

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Daily: 1746
1W / 0L / 0D
Rapid: 2133
5W / 5L / 1D
Blitz: 2438
145W / 117L / 18D
Bullet: 2511
398W / 398L / 81D

AlbTB: The National Master with a Blitz Spirit

Meet AlbTB, a chess enthusiast who has proudly earned the prestigious title of National Master. Known for wielding a tactical awareness that could probably outwit a coffee machine, AlbTB’s chess journey is a rollercoaster of rapid-fire moves, daring sacrifices, and the occasional, strategic resignation (because sometimes knowing when to fold is a move in itself).

With a peak blitz rating soaring to an impressive 2554 in April 2025, AlbTB thrives in the chaotic battlefield of timed games. Their bullet rating isn't far behind either, hitting a personal best of 2593 in late 2023. Though rapid and daily chess have their moments, blitz and bullet are where AlbTB truly flexes their muscles.

Over the years, AlbTB has played over 600 blitz games, boasting a solid win rate of about 52% against similarly swift foes. But don't let those lightning-fast games fool you — their average game length hits around 64 moves per win, proving patience is a virtue even in blitz. Their psychological stamina is solid, sporting a low tilt factor of just 9 and a remarkable comeback rate of 69%, making them a formidable opponent who rarely gives up.

AlbTB has battled some rivals more than others, including matheusmdr2005 (a nemesis with just over 36% win rate against), and others like kaua18 and soldierofgod1. Despite the fierce competition, AlbTB’s resilience shines through a longest winning streak of 11 games and a current winning streak of 9.

Known for a rather mysterious "Top Secret" opening repertoire, AlbTB leaves opponents guessing — proving it's not just the moves, but the unpredictability that counts. Whether it’s a quick checkmate or a slow, grinding endgame, this player blends tactical prowess with an entertaining style that keeps fans and foes alike on the edge of their seats.

When AlbTB isn't busy calculating forks, pins, and skewers, they can be found perfecting their best time to play — apparently at 7 AM — or finding solace in the knowledge their white and black win rates are quite balanced (47% and 48% respectively), so color advantage has little effect!

Their recent games reveal a fondness for the Sicilian Defense and the Nimzowitsch-Larsen Attack. Oh, and let's not forget their knack for finishing games by checkmate so swiftly it leaves everyone wondering how that happened.

In short, AlbTB is a puzzle wrapped in a riddle, crowned with the title of National Master, and armed with a collection of rapid-fire victories, impressive comebacks, and just enough chess humor to remind us all: sometimes it’s not about winning or losing, but how dramatically you do it.


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What You’re Doing Well

AlbTB, your recent bullet games show several strengths that you can build on:

  • Strong Opening Repertoire: You have a solid win rate in openings like the Italian Game: Two Knights Defense and Sicilian Defense: Closed where your win rate is over 54%. This indicates good preparation and understanding in these lines.
  • Consistent Rating Progression: Over the past 6-12 months, your rating trend shows a steady positive slope, reflecting consistent improvement and skill growth.
  • Effective Time Management: You often win games on time, demonstrating good clock awareness and ability to handle pressure in fast-paced games.
  • Versatility in Openings: You experiment with a variety of openings, including Scandinavian, Caro-Kann, and English, which can help keep opponents unsettled.

Areas for Improvement

To continue advancing your bullet chess performance, considering the following could help:

  • Improve Performance in Some Openings: Openings like the Amar Gambit, Alekhine Defense, and English Opening: Agincourt Defense show lower win rates (around 30-40%). Focusing on tactics and typical plans here could boost these numbers.
  • Minimize Tactical Oversights: Your losses include some games ending abruptly with checkmate threats. Spending extra time early in the game to spot tactical vulnerabilities might help avoid sudden losses.
  • Handle Pressure in Critical Moments: Bullet games are fast but key positions demand calm and quick calculation. Building patterns recognition and reinforcing endgame technique can be valuable.
  • Work on Opening Transitions: Opening moves are important, but smooth transition into middle game with flexible plans is crucial. Review your games to study any recurring weaknesses after opening phase.
  • Increase Draws as Appropriate: You have a relatively low draw count compared to losses and wins. Sometimes in bullet chess locking in a draw is a strategic success; improving defensive techniques could secure more half points.

Practical Tips & Next Steps

  • Review your recent losses, especially those ending with tactical shots against you, and try to identify common themes or mistakes.
  • Practice essential tactical motifs daily (pins, forks, skewers, discovered attacks) relevant to openings you play.
  • Study key plans and typical pawn structures in your weaker openings to improve middle game understanding.
  • Play some slower time control games to improve positional skills and reduce blunders under pressure.
  • Warm up before bullet sessions with puzzle rush or drills to sharpen your calculation speed and accuracy.


🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
FrenchandSlav 0W / 1L / 0D
Aakaash Meduri 0W / 1L / 0D
ExceptionallyNooby 0W / 1L / 0D
Silvermist15 0W / 1L / 0D
Swaggy_I 0W / 1L / 0D
notreallycare 0W / 1L / 0D
blindtake 0W / 1L / 0D
xadrezdosubmundo 1W / 0L / 0D
criptoplayer 0W / 1L / 0D
monsieur-patate 0W / 1L / 0D
Most Played Opponents
Ribeiro Domingues Ribeiro 68W / 97L / 21D
kaua18 42W / 40L / 4D
Lucas Fonseca Piccoli 9W / 20L / 1D
Lucas Do Valle Cardoso 5W / 17L / 1D
speedrunvh 18W / 1L / 0D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2511 2430 2133 2133
2024 2487 2520
2023 2479 2389 2133 1746
2022 2430 2304 2189
Rating by Year202220232024202525201746YearRatingBulletBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 19W / 20L / 3D 25W / 15L / 4D 78.8
2024 27W / 34L / 2D 27W / 30L / 4D 72.4
2023 222W / 250L / 35D 230W / 235L / 37D 73.5
2022 100W / 62L / 11D 100W / 74L / 9D 58.9

Openings: Most Played

Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Sicilian Defense 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Sicilian Defense: Closed 84 46 32 6 54.8%
Caro-Kann Defense 60 27 31 2 45.0%
Scandinavian Defense 47 23 21 3 48.9%
Amar Gambit 42 14 21 7 33.3%
Alekhine Defense 34 13 16 5 38.2%
English Opening 34 11 17 6 32.4%
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation 32 13 17 2 40.6%
English Opening: Agincourt Defense 30 10 17 3 33.3%
Italian Game: Two Knights Defense 24 13 9 2 54.2%
Modern 22 7 12 3 31.8%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown 339 170 167 2 50.1%
Sicilian Defense: Closed 33 18 12 3 54.5%
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation 29 19 9 1 65.5%
Italian Game: Two Knights Defense 19 11 7 1 57.9%
Caro-Kann Defense 12 1 10 1 8.3%
Ruy Lopez: Closed 11 5 4 2 45.5%
Czech Defense 8 3 5 0 37.5%
Amar Gambit 7 3 4 0 42.9%
Modern 7 4 3 0 57.1%
QGD: 3.Nc3 Bb4 7 3 4 0 42.9%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation 2 0 2 0 0.0%
Sicilian Defense: Closed 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Ruy Lopez: Closed 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Center Game: Berger Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Petrov's Defense 1 0 0 1 0.0%
Scotch Game 1 1 0 0 100.0%
KGA: Fischer, 4.Bc4 1 0 0 1 0.0%
KGD: Classical, 3.Bc4 1 1 0 0 100.0%
English Opening: Agincourt Defense 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 18 0
Losing 9 2