Alparslan Isik - International Master
Known online as alpasya2009, Alparslan Isik is a fierce International Master who has danced with chess pieces from rapid to bullet speed with an intensity matched only by their long winning streak of 59 games. Born for the battlefield of 64 squares, Alparslan’s chess career reads like a rollercoaster — thrilling highs, strategic setbacks, and the occasional “why did I resign so early?” moment.
Career Highlights
- Peak Ratings: Blitz: 2668 (Jan 2019), Bullet: 2529 (Oct 2018), Rapid: 2013 (Mar 2015), Daily: 1699 (Jan 2018)
- Win Record: Over 1,000 wins combined in Bullet, Blitz, and Rapid formats.
- Longest Winning Streak: 59 games — a streak that could make even Magnus Magnusson blink.
Playing Style & Stats
Alparslan’s games average around 70 moves, indicating a penchant for deep, strategic battles rather than quick-fire tactics. With a comeback rate soaring above 83%, this player thrives on turning the tables, like a chess ninja silently slipping past your defenses only to drop a decisive checkmate.
Known to perform best around 11 AM (ideal coffee time?), Alparslan’s play has a tilt factor of 28 — which could mean a few sighs during rough patches but an overall steady psychological game.
Notable Openings
While Alparslan’s secret weapon remains... well, secret, their games in rapid, blitz, and bullet boast a win rate around 47-51%, proving their strategies pack a punch whether they’re blitzing or taking their time.
Chess Moments
One of the most recent victories involved an elegant finish featuring a checkmate in a complex midgame position, showcasing Alparslan's sharp tactical vision and a killer instinct to finish strong.
Even in defeat, like the recent loss to a high-rated opponent, the games are lessons in resilience and strategic depth — after all, every great champion has their off days (and blunders that make for great stories).
Fun Facts
- Alparslan can win 1 in 2 blitz games — a testament to nerves of steel and rapid calculations.
- With over 9,900 blitz games played, their mouse must be lightning fast (or they once had a serious caffeine overdose).
- They maintain a positive win record against many online chess personalities, proving their versatility across platforms and opponents.
In the ever-shifting world of 64 squares, Alparslan Isik continues to strategize, sacrifice, and sometimes curse their queen — all for the glory of the game.
