Arash Tahbaz - International Master
Meet Arash Tahbaz, a formidable chess warrior and holder of the prestigious International Master title awarded by FIDE. With a mind as sharp as a freshly honed rook and a penchant for strategic brilliance, Arash has dazzled opponents across blitz, bullet, and rapid formats alike.
His blitz rating has flirted flirtatiously with the 3000 mark—peaking impressively at 3046 in July 2023, proving he's no mere mortal in lightning chess. When it comes to bullet chess, Arash truly burns bright, smashing through defenses with a peak rating of 3132 reached in October 2023. Rapid play is also in his repertoire, with a peak of 2618, showing he's equally comfortable driving deep strategic battles.
Arash’s playing style is a captivating cocktail of patience and aggression: he faithfully enters endgames (with an incredible 84.76% frequency), but don’t be fooled—his average winning game spans an epic 86 moves, proving stamina is as important as skill. A hallmark of his games is resilience, boasting an astonishing 88.74% comeback rate after losing material — chess fans love a good underdog story, and Arash writes his own with every game.
If you're curious about his repertoire, you’ll find a preference for the King's Indian Attack variations and the Reti Opening in bullet games, where his win rate often hovers above 55%. His favorite blitz weapon? The London System, where he keeps opponents guessing with near-equal wins and losses and a win rate just shy of 46% in almost 400 games.
Off the board, Arash’s psychological traits make him an intriguing competitor – he slightly favors playing around 2 PM, with a tilt factor of 15, meaning a few hiccups won't rattle this master’s resolve too much. White pieces bring him a modest advantage with a 52.23% win rate, while Black is no walk in the park either.
The Heat of Battle
Not one to shy away from dramatic finishes, Arash recently secured a checkmate victory against LiemLe in a 2025 blitz tournament, showcasing tactical fireworks and relentless pressure until the final move. But even champions taste defeat; his recent loss against mishanick on time was a nail-biter that'd make any chess heart beat faster.
Whether you’re a casual chess enthusiast or a fellow titled player, one thing’s for sure—Arash Tahbaz plays with a fiery passion and analytical brilliance that keep spectators on the edge of their seats. Stay tuned for his next move!