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Arman Pourghanbarzad - FIDE Master & Chess Adventurer

Known to the chess world as APL2001, Arman Pourghanbarzad is a formidable FIDE Master whose tactical genius and relentless playing style make every game an electrifying spectacle.

Rating Journey and Playing Style

Starting from humble beginnings with a Bullet rating around 1500 in 2014, Arman quickly galloped up the ranks, reaching a stratospheric Bullet peak near 2673 by 2023. With Blitz performance soaring over 2600 and Rapid play consistently breaking 2300, Arman proves versatile across all time controls.

Arman's games average around 78 moves in wins, showcasing a deep strategic approach and a strong affection for the endgame - which features in over 80% of their matches. With a win rate over 60% playing White and more than 55% from Black, let’s just say their opponents better prepare for a fight no matter the color.

Winning Streaks & Psychological Fortitude

Who needs luck when you can hit a longest winning streak of 29 games? Arman's current streak stands strong at 1, proving every day is game day. A tilted brain? Only 15 on the tilt factor scale – meaning Arman stays pretty cool under pressure, bouncing back from losses with an astonishing 88% comeback rate. And after losing a piece? They win 100% of the time; apparently, losing material is just a minor inconvenience to this chess virtuoso.

Opponent Snapshot

With nearly 1200 games played under the cloak of 'Top Secret' openings, Arman has a 57% win rate in Bullet, 65% in Rapid, and a dazzling 57% in Blitz. Just don’t expect any spoilers here – those openings remain classified!

Some opponents seem to be Arman’s personal punching bags with perfect 100% win records, while others have managed to snag a 0% win rate – talk about highs and lows on the leaderboard!

Fun Facts & Quirks

• Best hours to challenge Arman? 9 PM with a 71% win rate – it’s their prime checkmating time.
• Morning yawn? Nope – a solid 60% win rate even at early hours.
• Early resignation is rare for Arman – only about 1% of games end prematurely. They prefer the full-length thriller.

Whether in rapid-fire Bullet battles or thoughtful Rapid duels, Arman Pourghanbarzad's chess journey is a fascinating blend of skill, endurance, and the occasional mysterious "Top Secret" maneuver. So next time you face APL2001, bring your best moves — and maybe a cup of coffee; it’s going to be a long, fascinating game.