Gildas Goldsztejn - International Master
Gildas Goldsztejn is an International Master known online as Auger_Pi. A prolific competitor on fast time controls, Gildas prefers bullet chess and has built a reputation for long, tactical fights that often end in complicated endgames. He combines a hungry attacking instinct with a surprisingly patient endgame technique.
Quick facts: preferred time control - bullet. Peak performances include top-tier blitz and bullet peaks. See the interactive snapshot below.
2785 (2025-03-11) 2759 (2023-07-19)Playing style and strengths
Gildas plays long, decisive games. He reaches endgames very often and his matches tend to be marathon affairs rather than quick knockouts. Expect lots of checks, queen activity, and fights that test nerves and clock management.
- Endgame frequency: often reaches endgames, showing excellent technique.
- Avg moves per win: very high, reflecting deep, grinding victories.
- Tactical awareness: strong comeback ability and solid results after material losses.
- Psychology: best results late at night, with a sweet spot around 22:00.
Opening repertoire highlights
Gildas is comfortable with sharp and solid systems. He repeatedly returns to Sicilian structures and has a varied black repertoire. Below are some favorite lines with notable results.
- Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation - heavy use and very successful in blitz and bullet.
- Caro-Kann Defense - a staple both as White and Black, reliable results in fast games.
- French Defense: Advance Variation - a frequently played choice with a positive score.
- QGA Classical and Najdorf ideas appear often, giving him flexible counterattacking chances.
Representative opening records in his fast play:
- Sicilian Dragon Yugoslav Attack - many games and a winning overall rate.
- Caro-Kann and French Advance - solid win rates across time controls.
Want to explore specific openings? Try these in-depth terms for study.
Career highlights and streaks
Gildas is a heavy competitor with thousands of rated games and a clear preference for fast formats. He has recorded impressive winning runs and shown resilience after setbacks.
- Longest winning streak: 14 games.
- Longest losing streak: 8 games.
- Current form: actively competing, with recent bursts in March of 2025.
- Games analyzed across seasons: over 5,600 games provide a deep statistical footprint.
Top opponents and head-to-head
Gildas has faced many repeat rivals online. Frequent opponents include:
- bach12345_lfay - 32 games.
- bilicvladimir - 30 games.
- maddcold - 29 games.
- road2gm3000 - 29 games. Sean Senft
- rodtwinkz - 28 games.
Some matchups are classic rivalries full of tactical fireworks and time scrambles.
Memorable micro-sample game
Here is a tiny illustrative sequence that captures the feel of Gildas games: quick development, early tactics, then a long technical finish.
Use this short sample to practice typical plans and time management tips used by bullet specialists.
Fun facts and a little personality
Gildas mixes seriousness with humor at the board. Opponents report he sometimes plays like he has two clocks to manage: one for the position and one for his jokes. If you want to beat him, arrive before his 22:00 peak and come prepared to survive long, twisty endgames.
- Nickname online: Auger_Pi.
- Preferred time control: Bullet, with excellent win rates in blitz as well.
- Training note: studies openings consistently and returns to Sicilian themes often.
How to follow or study Gildas
For players looking to learn, focus on his late middlegame technique and endgame conversions. Study his games in the Sicilian and Caro-Kann to see how he balances tactics and structure.
Useful starting points:
- Review long games to learn patience and technical defense.
- Practice tactical exercises to match his comeback and counterattack rates.
- Analyze common opening lines he plays and the typical pawn structures that follow.
Placeholder resources for deeper exploration:
- 2759 (2023-07-19)