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Saf Foelc (aka bayawak55)

Meet Saf Foelc, a cunning strategist navigating the chess battlefield with a blend of determination and flair. Known online as bayawak55, Saf has amped up their rapid rating from humble beginnings in early 2024 to an impressive peak of 1857 in August 2024. While not yet a grandmaster, Saf's steady climb reflects the tenacity of a player who treats every pawn like a potential game-changer.

Specializing in the Bird's Opening, Dutch Variation, Saf’s games often start with a feather-light touch but unfold into fierce battles. Their favorite weapon? The elusive “Top Secret” opening, which, frankly, sounds like a spy movie plot rather than a chess move! With nearly 3,150 rapid games played, they boast a respectable win rate hovering close to 50%.

Saf’s playing style might be described as an endurance test: they average about 70 moves per win, meaning these aren’t quick surrenders. In fact, a hefty 64% of games reach the endgame, where Saf’s tactical savvy shines through. Their comeback rate of over 83% is a testament to their never-say-die spirit, fearlessly turning losing positions around almost like a plot twist in a chess novel.

Not one to throw in the towel early, Saf’s early resignation rate is a modest 7.37%, proving they stick around long enough to either win or at least make their opponents sweat. Interestingly, they tend to shine brightest around 4 PM, the perfect time for precise calculations and executing sneaky checkmates—perhaps fueled by an afternoon coffee or just a good dose of chess mojo.

Recent Highlights

Saf’s recent games are a rollercoaster! Their latest victory was a swift, elegant checkmate delivered against irfanabim using the Bird’s Opening, Dutch Variation — proof that patience and position pay off. On the flip side, a recent loss against stema69 by Philidor Defense checkmate reminds us all that even the most cautious players can get caught off guard.

When playing as White, Saf enjoys a slightly better edge with a winning rate of nearly 53%, while the Black pieces bring a respectable 46% success rate. It's evident that whether wielding white knights or black bishops, Saf is always ready for battle.

Fun Facts

• Longest winning streak: 11 games — that’s enough to start believing in chess magic.
• Longest losing streak: 9 games — because even champs have off days (or dramatic plot twists).
• Saf’s opponent list reads like a who's who of online chess, with some players seeing 100% defeat rates.
• Active mainly in rapid format, because good things take some time—but not too much!

In short, Saf Foelc is the steady ship in the wild seas of online chess — ready to outlast, outwit, and outplay. Whether it’s a cunning Bird’s Opening or a strategic endgame dance, Saf approaches every move with a twinkle in the eye and a knight in the hand.