Vaidas Sakalauskas (asas71) - International Master Extraordinaire
Meet Vaidas Sakalauskas, the chess virtuoso known in online circles as asas71. An International Master titled by FIDE, Vaidas isn’t just your regular chess player; they are a blitz and bullet dynamo with a knack for combining style and strategy like a grandmaster chef mixing secret ingredients.
Vaidas started making waves as early as 2013 with bullet ratings soaring to over 2100, then steadily climbed the ranks to reach a peak blitz rating of 2565 as recent as January 2023 – which is impressive enough to make the chessboard sweat. Their bullet peak was equally fierce at 2559 in late 2020. Whether it’s lightning-fast bullet games or the tactical fireworks of blitz, Vaidas thrives under time pressure.
Known for a chess style that favors endurance and strategy (average wins last about 72 moves), Vaidas rarely resigns early and boasts an incredible 84.5% comeback rate after setbacks. Losing a piece? No problem – they still win nearly 62% of such battles, proving that the game isn’t over until it’s checkmate. Talk about resilience!
With a commanding win rate of 56.5% in blitz and a staggering 75.2% in bullet on their favorite "Top Secret" openings, Vaidas clearly keeps opponents guessing – probably why some call them "The Chess Whisperer." Their longest winning streak? A jaw-dropping 25 games, because why stop on a good thing?
Timing is everything in chess, and Vaidas performs best in the mysterious witching hour of 1 AM and on Thursdays, scoring wins nearly 74% of the time – maybe the moonlight fuels their gambits? When they play white pieces, opponents better watch out: Vaidas boasts a 67% win rate with the whites, and a solid 59% with the blacks.
Off the board, Vaidas’s games show a sweet tooth for complex endgames, often dragging matches to an average of over 70 moves before delivering the final blow. Their favorite openings remain a secret weapon, but they certainly enjoy catching opponents in Pirc and Queen’s Gambit variations, demonstrating versatility and deep preparation.
Recent games reflect their superior nerves and tactical vision: a latest blitz victory by resignation at a peak rating of 2565 against letsgoband, showcasing graceful poise and precision.
Though even legends stumble (who hasn’t lost to a sneaky checkmate?), Vaidas keeps the tilt factor impressively low at 6, which means they don’t rage quit – they analyze, improve, and come back stronger. A true chess gladiator!
In sum, whether you’re a casual player or a seasoned competitor, Vaidas Sakalauskas (asas71) is a player to watch – a creative tactician, relentless fighter, and an International Master who makes chess look effortless (though we know it’s anything but).
Keep an eye out: next time you face asas71, bring your best moves and maybe a little luck.