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Alif Imtiyaz

Username: alifimtiyaz

Playing Since: 2023-07-17 (Active)

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Rapid: 580
89W / 100L / 12D
Blitz: 623
134W / 91L / 9D
Bullet: 371
11W / 5L / 0D

Alif Imtiyaz: The Unyielding Chess Warrior

Meet Alif Imtiyaz, a chess gladiator who navigates the 64 squares with a mix of fierce determination and occasional comedic flair. Rated modestly in the blitz and bullet arenas with peaks around 517 and 218 respectively, Alif's passion for the game is evident in the more drawn-out battles of rapid chess, where he has played over 190 games – more than enough to have earned a cozy spot in the hearts of fans and foes alike.

Alif’s game is a blend of resilience and tactical brilliance. Known for an incredible 100% win rate after losing a piece, this player embodies the phrase, "Never give up!" In fact, with a comeback rate near 69%, Alif would probably wrestle the chessboard and still find a way to prevail. The longest winning streak of 10 games shows glimpses of a fearless competitor in action, and the low tilt factor of 7 means setbacks don’t easily faze this warrior.

Being no stranger to openings, Alif favors the Scandinavian Defense (Mieses Kotrc Variation), boasting a solid 67% win rate in blitz – not bad for what some would call the "underdog" of defenses. Other favorites include the Queen's Pawn Opening with a whopping 100% success in blitz and respectable results in the Pirc and French variations.

Don't let the numbers fool you — Alif is no slouch even when time is ticking. Frequenting battles from early mornings to late at night, his optimal play hours range surprisingly from the 4 AM surge (63% win rate!) to a competitive 50% at the noon hour. A true night owl with a knack for sudden inspiration!

In his most recent masterpiece, Alif executed a stunning checkmate with a rook on h7 after an intense rapid duel, demonstrating both precision and flair. But even champions stumble: his latest defeat came by resignation against a savvy opponent in a French Defense, proving that even the best warriors have their off days.

Alif’s style could be summarized as a patient hunter: average moves per win hover around 60, showing a willingness to grind out wins rather than rushing for flashy sacrifices. Still, early resignations are rare, at just under 4% – because quitting is not in the playbook.

Whether blitzing against friends or crafting slow-burn victories, Alif Imtiyaz plays chess with heart, humor, and the relentless spirit of a true competitor. If you face him across the board, be ready: this player’s mixes tactical grit with moments of brilliance – and probably a few unexpected surprises tucked up the sleeve.


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Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 191 479 563
2024 403 609
2023 681
Rating by Year202320242025681403YearRatingBlitzRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 79W / 68L / 6D 78W / 66L / 8D 57.3
2024 7W / 4L / 2D 2W / 10L / 1D 62.6
2023 2W / 8L / 1D 7W / 7L / 0D 61.2

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation 9 5 4 0 55.6%
Caro Kann Defense 6 4 2 0 66.7%
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 6 2 4 0 33.3%
Kings Pawn Opening 5 1 4 0 20.0%
Scandinavian Defense 4 2 2 0 50.0%
Petrovs Defense Three Knights Game 4 2 1 1 50.0%
Queens Pawn Opening 4 4 0 0 100.0%
French Defense Normal Variation 4 2 2 0 50.0%
Pirc Defense 4 3 0 1 75.0%
Scotch Game 4 2 2 0 50.0%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 19 9 10 0 47.4%
Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation 13 7 6 0 53.9%
Kings Pawn Opening 10 5 5 0 50.0%
Philidor Defense 8 5 3 0 62.5%
Scandinavian Defense Closed 7 3 4 0 42.9%
Van t Kruijs Opening 7 3 3 1 42.9%
Scotch Game 6 3 2 1 50.0%
Queens Pawn Opening 5 4 0 1 80.0%
Italian Game 5 1 4 0 20.0%
Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation 5 1 4 0 20.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 11 0
Losing 7 2
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