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Arkady Gitelson - FIDE Master Extraordinaire

Meet Arkady Gitelson, the kind of chess player who makes pawns tremble and knights dance to his tune. Awarded the prestigious title of FIDE Master, Arkady has certainly earned his stripes on the 64-square battlefield. With a Blitz rating that soared up to an impressive 2657 in 2019 and a consistent presence above 2500, Arkady is no stranger to fast, intense games where quick wit and clever tactics reign supreme.

Despite the chaos of Blitz battles, Arkady maintains a surgical precision, boasting a 46.6% win rate over nearly 2,000 games in his favorite “Top Secret” openings—yes, he’s got secrets that'll keep opponents guessing. Rapid time controls are no less entertaining, where he sails at an astonishing 87.5% win rate in a small but telling sample of games.

Yet, Arkady isn't just about the numbers. Known for an 88% comeback rate and a perfect score whenever he loses a piece (talk about turning lemons into lemonade), his resilience is legendary. But don’t expect a quick surrender; with an early resignation rate of just over 1%, this player fights till the last move, averaging over 70 moves per game—because why go out early when you can grind down your opponent?

Psychologically, Arkady's tilt factor of 9 means he knows how to keep cool... most of the time. He thrives playing with White, converting nearly 49% of those games into wins, while Black pieces see him winning about 45% of the time. Surprisingly, his best hour seems to be 12 PM, where his win rate hits a peak of 54.65%, possibly fueled by a strong cup of coffee.

Opponents beware: Arkady has friendly rivalries with frequent adversaries like insanetraining and vizua, while showing absolute dominance (100% win rates) over many foes. Whether facing a beloved nemesis or a new challenger, Arkady’s strategic prowess shines brightly.

Fun fact: With a longest winning streak of 16 games, Arkady’s winning vibe is contagious—though currently the streak rests at zero, fresh victories are always just a move away. If you ever find yourself staring down Arkady, remember: every piece counts, and giving up a single pawn is just another chapter in his comeback story.