About Arkadij Rotstein
Arkadij Rotstein, known to many by his username arkonada50, is a formidable chess Grandmaster specializing in blitz chess. He has made his mark in the chess community with a sharp tactical mind and a penchant for dynamic play, especially at the quick and furious pace of blitz.
Having earned the prestigious Grandmaster title from FIDE, Arkadij's journey through the ranks showcases a rapid rise in skill and rating, particularly in blitz time controls where he has truly found his calling.
Playing Style & Strengths
Arkadij exhibits a resilient and strategic approach to chess battles:
- Preferred Time Control: Blitz (rapid and thrilling games)
- Early Resignation Rate: Low (3.19%), proving he fights till the end
- Endgame Focus: Engages in endgames frequently (nearly 80% of games)
- Average Moves: About 74 moves per win, indicating deep strategic play
- White Win Rate: A robust 64.14%, reflecting strong play with the white pieces
- Black Win Rate: A solid 55.29%, showing no fear when playing second
- Comeback Abilities: Spectacular comeback rate of 90.23%, so don’t count him out early!
Performance Highlights
Arkadij’s chess career statistics include:
- Peak Blitz Rating: 2649 (achieved in April 2023)
- Total Blitz Games Played: Over 500, with 347 wins, 187 losses, and 47 draws
- Longest Winning Streak: An impressive 18 consecutive wins
- Strongest Openings: Enjoys and excels with these openings in blitz:
- English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, King's Indian Formation — winning over 83% of games
- Sicilian Defense: Delayed Alapin Variation — nearly 78% win rate
- Zukertort Opening — a win rate of 69% showing flexibility
- Most Successful Opponents: Has a 12-4-2 record against normweinstein, showcasing a strong rivalry
Fun Facts
- Arkadij's best time of day to play? 10:00 AM sharp — maybe it's the coffee kicking in.
- When facing opponents rated below him, he wins over 66% of games. Even against stronger foes, he keeps pushing hard!
- He once hit a remarkable 90% comeback rate after losing a piece — a true chess ninja.
- Despite being a blitz specialist, Arkadij has patience: his games often stretch over 70 moves.