Can Baylav: The National Master with a Bullet Speed
Known in the chess world by the username BaylavChess, Can Baylav is no ordinary player. Awarded the prestigious title of National Master, they have dazzled opponents with a blend of tactical brilliance and psychological resilience that many grandmasters envy.
Rating Rollercoaster & Style
Can’s blitz rating has soared as high as 2515 (January 2025), while their bullet prowess peaked at a fearsome 2595 in mid-2024. Rapid chess? A cool 2444 – a nice cherry on top. With an average game length approaching 74 moves, this player clearly enjoys a long, strategic dance on the board rather than a quick sprint—though their bullet stats prove they can sprint like a cheetah when needed.
A Few Fun Facts
- Can's longest winning streak stands at an impressive 11 games, proving consistency is key in their arsenal.
- Despite a relatively low tilt factor of 6, they maintain a fierce comeback rate of 87.7% — basically, never count Can out, even if things get rough.
- Favourite time to play? Apparently, the early morning hour of 8 AM. Beat the sunrise, beat your opponent!
- Top secret openings dominate their playstyle. (And no, that’s not just hush-hush gossip. It’s literally called “Top Secret” in their repertoire.)
Psychological Warfare and Opponents
Baylav is as comfortable demolishing opponents rated below as they are dueling with higher-ranked foes, boasting a win rate of 65% against underdogs and an unyielding spirit against the elite. Opponents beware: they have a special knack for unmasking favourite rivals such as "filoksenia," "batu_ozkan," and "gmrbigbizzness" with near-perfect success rates.
Recent Victories & Memorable Games
Just recently, Can sealed a thrilling victory against a 1997-rated GM in a bullet tournament, demonstrating both positional mastery and clock management by winning on time. Their games often feature the Nimzowitsch-Larsen Attack, revealing a creative and unorthodox touch to their opening repertoire.
Signature Style and Strategy
Can’s games may last dozens of moves, but every pawn push and piece maneuver is tactical gold. They exhibit a surprisingly high resilience, winning over half their games even when down material. And let’s not forget that their endgame frequency is a staggering 77.5% — clearly, Can loves a good finale as much as the opening fireworks.
Beyond the Board
When not dispatching challengers with surgical precision, Can probably ponders life’s mysteries: whether to resign early and save time, or grind out one more move (their early resignation rate is a humble 0.63%). They are a player who balances fierce competitiveness with patience, and a dash of wit.
So next time you see BaylavChess on the board, prepare for both brilliant tactics and relentless pressure. Victory may be uncertain, but excitement is guaranteed!
Feedback for Can Baylav
Great work on your recent games! Here are some points that stood out and tips for further improvement:
Strengths
- Opening Repertoire: You demonstrate good understanding of flexible opening choices such as the Nimzowitsch-Larsen Attack and classical pawn structures. Your preparation allows you to enter solid middlegames comfortably.
- Active Piece Play: You successfully activated your pieces quickly, especially knights and bishops, creating pressure on your opponents consistently.
- Patience in Position: In several games, you methodically improved your position and controlled important squares, showing good strategic understanding.
- Endgame Technique: In long games, you maintained focus and converted advantages well, utilizing active rook and pawn play effectively.
Areas to Work On
- Handling Tactical Complexity: Some losses involved allowing tactical sequences or early exchanges that favored your opponent. Consider dedicating time to tactical puzzles daily to sharpen calculation skills and avoid oversights.
- Time Management: There were instances where a more balanced approach to your clock could be beneficial. Try to keep a steady pace, avoiding both rush decisions and falling too far behind on the clock.
- Pawn Structure Evaluation: In a few games, pawn breaks or exchanges led to weakened pawn structures. Practice evaluating when to open the position versus when to maintain tension for long-term positional advantages.
- Defensive Accuracy: Some defeats show vulnerability to pressure in cramped positions. Studying common defensive motifs and maintaining solid king safety will help you hold tough positions.
Suggestions for Improvement
- Analyze your recent losses in detail focusing on turning points and missed opportunities.
- Work on typical plan formulation in your chosen openings to avoid reactive play.
- Incorporate endgame studies emphasizing rook and minor piece endings.
- Keep a balance between intuitive play and deep calculation, especially in critical moments.
Keep up the consistent practice and study! Over time, these refinements will raise your play and consistency. Always review your games actively and learn from both wins and setbacks.
Here is your most recent winning game for you to review and build on:
1. b3 d5 2. Bb2 Bf5 3. Nf3 Nd7 4. g3 h6 5. Bg2 Ngf6 6. O-O e6 7. c4 Be7 8. Nc3 c6 9. d3 O-O 10. Qe1 Bh7 11. e4 e5 12. cxd5 cxd5 13. exd5 Bxd3 14. Nxe5 Nxe5 15. Qxe5 Bxf1 16. Rxf1 Bd6 17. Qd4 Re8 18. Qd2 Qa5 19. h3 Rac8 20. f4 Bb4 21. Rc1 Ne4 22. Bxe4 Rxe4 23. Nxe4 Bxd2 24. Rxc8+ Kh7 25. Rc5 Be3+ 26. Kg2 Bxc5 27. a3 Qe1 28. Kf3 Be7 29. Be5 Qd1+ 30. Ke3 Qxb3+ 31. Kd4 Qxa3 32. d6 Bxd6 33. Bxd6 Qb2+ 34. Kd5 a5 35. Be5 Qb3+ 36. Kd4 a4 37. Nc5 Qb2+ 38. Kd5 1-0
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Prefe1966 | 15W / 9L / 1D | |
| elanorrr | 12W / 3L / 0D | |
| popotinhodasilva | 7W / 4L / 1D | |
| el_ultimo_pablo | 7W / 1L / 0D | |
| itshumblingtime | 5W / 3L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2455 | 2379 | ||
| 2024 | 2507 | 2487 | ||
| 2023 | 2418 | 2405 | 2444 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 95W / 88L / 12D | 82W / 96L / 13D | 72.0 |
| 2024 | 151W / 121L / 18D | 143W / 117L / 14D | 78.7 |
| 2023 | 70W / 40L / 3D | 68W / 38L / 5D | 75.2 |
Openings: Most Played
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nimzo-Larsen Attack | 56 | 29 | 24 | 3 | 51.8% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 23 | 11 | 11 | 1 | 47.8% |
| Amar Gambit | 22 | 9 | 12 | 1 | 40.9% |
| Nimzo-Larsen Attack: Classical Variation | 20 | 9 | 10 | 1 | 45.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation | 15 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 80.0% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 14 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 57.1% |
| King's Indian Attack | 14 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 42.9% |
| Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation | 14 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 42.9% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 13 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 46.1% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 13 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 30.8% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Defense | 31 | 16 | 12 | 3 | 51.6% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 27 | 13 | 14 | 0 | 48.1% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 24 | 16 | 7 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 22 | 10 | 11 | 1 | 45.5% |
| Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation | 22 | 7 | 13 | 2 | 31.8% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 22 | 11 | 9 | 2 | 50.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation, Sherzer Variation | 15 | 6 | 8 | 1 | 40.0% |
| Nimzo-Larsen Attack | 15 | 9 | 6 | 0 | 60.0% |
| French Defense: Advance Variation | 13 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 30.8% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 13 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 53.9% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philidor Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 11 | 0 |
| Losing | 6 | 1 |