Player Profile: Barabucha
Barabucha is a dynamic fast-play specialist who has steadily climbed the ranks since 2016. In Bullet chess, they began around the 700s yet surged to a peak rating of 2609 in 2024—an extraordinary rise highlighted by more than 6,700 Bullet games. Their Blitz rating has also followed a remarkable trajectory, reaching an impressive 2595 by 2024.
Known for a versatile opening repertoire, Barabucha often explores the Closed Sicilian Grand Prix Attack, Caro-Kann, French Defense (particularly the Queen’s Knight lines), and many other creative setups. Across Bullet, they have tallied 3,229 wins, 3,131 losses, and 360 draws. In Blitz, they have fought through over a thousand contests, amassing 507 victories.
While fiercely competitive, Barabucha rarely surrenders prematurely (with an early resignation rate below 1%) and tends to steer games into the endgame stage over 80% of the time. Their “comeback rate” is notably high, reflecting a strong fighting spirit even from trailing positions. However, a noticeable tilt factor also highlights the emotional investment in each match.
Barabucha maintains a balanced performance throughout the week, but posts especially strong results on Saturdays. Peak win rates occur in the later hours (notably around 11 PM), though they can strike effectively at nearly any time of day. With a longest winning streak of 26 games and a record of consistent improvement year after year, Barabucha continues to showcase tenacity, creativity, and a deeply competitive edge on the boards.
