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badzurka

Playing Since: 2021-06-17 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟♟♟

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Rapid: 2228
1W / 0L / 0D
Blitz: 2512
4157W / 4059L / 714D

Meet badzurka: The Blitz Maestro with a Wink

In the lightning-fast world of chess, where every second counts and nerves are tested, badzurka has carved a niche that’s as impressive as it is entertaining. Bursting onto the scene in 2021 with a Blitz rating barely scraping past 2000, this enigmatic player has charged forward like a rook down an open file, reaching a peak blistering rating of 2578 in October 2024. No grandmaster? Maybe not yet. But with over 3,500 wins in Blitz alone and a playing style proven to confound opponents consistently, badzurka is definitely a force to be reckoned with.

Style & Stamina

Badzurka’s games aren’t sprints; they’re marathons in disguise, boasting an average of nearly 75 moves per victory and some of the most thrilling comebacks chess fans crave. With an 87.88% comeback rate, this player thrives under pressure, bouncing back from setbacks with a grin and a barrage of unexpected tactics. Resign early? Not in badzurka’s playbook — the tilt factor is a modest 11, proving resilience and focus even when the clock bites.

Opening Repertoire: Mystery with a Hint of Mischief

When it comes to openings, "Top Secret" is more than a mysterious label—it’s practically a signature move, with nearly 7,300 games played. Yet, the real sneakiness lies in choosing openings like the Ruy Lopez Morphy Defense Columbus Variation and the Torre Attack Fianchetto Defense, where win rates hover around ©69%, suggesting both creativity and precise execution. Against unsuspecting opponents, badzurka dabbles with the Indian Game for a fun 57% win rate, showing a fondness for strategic complexity.

Victories and Defeats: The Dramatic Saga

The most recent victories include a cunning win against grandesergi, wrapping up in under 15 moves with a graceful resignation from the opponent—classic badzurka flair. On the flip side, losses are few but fierce, often handed by equally tenacious opponents, displaying a characteristic balance between risk-taking and the humility to learn. Current winning streak? A confident 2 games; longest streak? An amazing 14 wins in a row — proving patience always pays.

Psychological Play

Timing is key, and badzurka appears to have cracked the code with the best time of day to play being the brisk 9:00 AM, where the win rate spikes and brains are fresh. Yet, like any true grandmaster in the making, there's a penchant for early resignation occasionally, just 11% of the time, sparing themselves from long losses and conserving energy for another thrilling duel.

Social Circle & Rivalries

Among the most frequent rivals is michael124667, with 259 battles fought—talk about rivalry in the making. Other frequent foes include ucitelot and trainingbg81, each presenting unique challenges, making every match a new storyline. The banter is probably as intense as the games, with win rates varying from fierce 100% trouncing to learning experiences at 31%.

In summary, whether you’re a casual fan looking for quick thrills or a serious aficionado hunting for strategic brilliance, badzurka blends grit, guile, and a touch of humor into every Blitz encounter. Watch this space—a rising star on the 64 squares, flashing tactical fireworks with a knowing smile.

Checkmate, anyone?


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Recent Game Performance Overview

You have demonstrated solid tactical awareness in your recent blitz games, securing wins against strong opponents and showcasing skill in several openings such as the Scotch and Caro-Kann variations.

Your rating history over the past months reflects consistent improvement and resilience, showing a positive trend overall despite some recent minor setbacks.

Positives to Build On

  • You maintain good control in critical positions during the midgame, often capitalizing on weaknesses as seen in games with structured central play.
  • Successful execution of the Amazon Attack and Italian Game shows your aptitude for sharp lines and proactive play.
  • Your strength adjusted win rate around 49.1% indicates competitive play against similarly rated opponents.
  • Solid use of tactical resources in attacking and defending; you create threats your opponents find difficult to parry under blitz conditions.

Areas for Improvement

  • Time Management: A few losses on time suggest there's room to improve your clock management, especially in complex or longer sequences. Practice pacing so you have sufficient time for critical moves.
  • Endgame Technique: Some recent games show opportunities to improve your technique in simplified or materially imbalanced endgames to convert advantages more reliably.
  • Opening Consistency: While you show strong openings overall, certain lines like the Czech Defense have a lower win rate (~38%). Reviewing those lines could help reduce losses and increase overall stability.
  • Tactical Calculation Under Pressure: Improving your ability to calculate and evaluate positions quickly under blitz time controls would help maintain your attack momentum and avoid mistakes, especially in transitions.

Focus Recommendations

  • Incorporate targeted time management drills during training, using slow controls occasionally to practice thorough move calculation.
  • Review critical endgame fundamentals and practice key theoretical positions with minor and pawn endgames to boost confidence.
  • Analyze games from the Czech Defense more deeply, exploring alternative plans or lines to improve results in this opening.
  • Use tactics training tools regularly with a focus on speed and accuracy to enhance calculation under pressure.

Summary

Your recent performance shows upward momentum, especially over the past 6 months, reflecting your hard work and skill development. By addressing time control and endgame play, you'll consolidate these gains and further increase your competitive edge.

Keep refining your opening repertoire, particularly where your win rates are lower, and continue to practice tactical sharpness. Consistency in these areas will help convert your strong position into more decisive victories.



🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
Spiderman-83 20W / 11L / 1D View
martinez_95 1W / 0L / 0D View
lenahit 3W / 2L / 0D View
swop1107 10W / 11L / 1D View
bev-wow 0W / 2L / 1D View
djuskaj 24W / 13L / 4D View
iamsimpleguy1 1W / 0L / 0D View
darqs92 3W / 2L / 1D View
amigo73 0W / 1L / 0D View
papaifael 1W / 0L / 0D View
Most Played Opponents
michael124667 118W / 125L / 48D View Games
Trainingbg81 64W / 56L / 12D View Games
Zvonko Stanojoski 38W / 80L / 5D View Games
berovskik 27W / 39L / 4D View Games
al_ef13 24W / 37L / 5D View Games

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2508
2024 2408
2023 2339
2022 2399 2228
2021 2223
Rating by Year2021202220232024202525082223YearRatingBlitz

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 588W / 487L / 84D 515W / 560L / 92D 78.9
2024 530W / 474L / 79D 491W / 492L / 103D 77.7
2023 562W / 520L / 84D 514W / 547L / 109D 79.0
2022 462W / 436L / 68D 397W / 477L / 87D 78.5
2021 37W / 20L / 4D 41W / 21L / 0D 68.8

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation 540 274 238 28 50.7%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 494 239 214 41 48.4%
London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation 466 226 203 37 48.5%
Döry Defense 450 221 198 31 49.1%
East Indian Defense 419 204 179 36 48.7%
Italian Game: Two Knights Defense 394 201 158 35 51.0%
Amazon Attack 384 199 153 32 51.8%
Ruy Lopez: Brix Variation 358 165 159 34 46.1%
Four Knights Game 250 109 108 33 43.6%
Scotch Game 193 85 97 11 44.0%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 1 1 0 0 100.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 14 3
Losing 11 0
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