Зульфир Зайнуллин - The Chess Journeyman
Meet Зульфир Зайнуллин, a chess player whose journey through the 64 squares is as colorful and unpredictable as a wild gambit. Known online as Atomic_11, Зульфир has a knack for mixing solid openings with a dash of surprise—his favorite being the Van t Kruijs Opening, where he boasts an impressive 57.5% win rate in rapid games. If you think chess is all seriousness, Зульфир might just challenge you with a smirk and a sudden Mieses Opening.
Rating Highlights
- Rapid max rating of 1131 in 2021, with a resilient climb back after a few ups and downs.
- Blitz peak at 807 in 2023, showing quick-thinking prowess under time pressure.
- Bullet mastery with a max rating of 809 in 2022, proving lightning-fast reflexes when the clock ticks down.
- Daily chess crowned with a neat 859 rating in 2023—slow and steady wins some races too!
Playing Style: A Blend of Patience and Tactical Fireworks
Despite an early resignation rate of just over 6%, Зульфир prefers to fight through tough positions, averaging nearly 58 moves per win and not shying away from endgames, which occur in over 60% of his games. His tactical awareness is no joke: a 70% comeback rate and a 100% win rate after losing a piece show that giving up is simply not in his vocabulary.
Fun Facts & Psychological Quirks
- Longest winning streak: A mighty 12 victories in a row – talk about momentum!
- Wins better on weekdays around noon and mid-afternoon, with peak win rates at 10am (65%) and 12pm (64.7%) – morning coffee is likely to blame.
- His tilt factor is an impressively low 8, suggesting Зульфир can keep calm and carry chess on.
Notable Opponents
With a somewhat mixed record against frequent foes, Зульфир shines brightest against those who underestimate him. Several opponents like hommepain and muhafidinn fear his strategic prowess, suffering a 100% win rate against them. Yet, others manage to neutralize his efforts, keeping him hungry for improvement.
In Summary...
Зульфир Зайнуллин is the kind of player who proves that chess is as much about resilience and wit as it is about memorizing openings. Whether he's blitzing through tactics or grinding down endgames, his journey reflects a love for the game sprinkled with a touch of fighter's spirit and a pinch of humor. Opponents beware: this player doesn't just play chess — he often plays the mind!
