Denis Bilunov NM

Denis Bilunov: The National Master with a Blitzy Flair

Meet Denis Bilunov, a chess enthusiast who proudly holds the title of National Master. With a knack for lightning-fast games and a passion for the chaos of blitz, Bilunov dances on the 64 squares like a whirlwind—with just the right mix of method and madness.

Starting from humble beginnings in 2014 with a Blitz rating hovering around 1700, Denis has methodically climbed the ranks, peaking at an impressive 2312 in Blitz by December 2024. His Bullet rating, while a bit more modest, peaked early at 1641 back in 2014, showing that speed chess has been his playground for quite some time.

Playing Style & Strengths

• Endgame Maestro: Denis doesn't just play through the middle game; he shows a remarkable preference for long, intricate endgames, appearing in nearly 79% of his games.
• Tactical Comebacks: When things look grim, Bilunov's comeback rate is an astonishing 87.92%, proving he's not one to throw in the towel early.
• Patience or Stubbornness? With an average of 68 moves to victory and 81 moves in defeat, Denis’s games are marathons rather than sprints—sometimes he just won’t quit until the very last piece flickers off the board.
• Keen Psychological Insight: Playing best at 4 AM (yes, the wee hours!), he's known to maintain composure with a tilt factor of 8, showing a cool head even under pressure.

Record & Rivals

Over a career sprinkled with over 1,400 Blitz battles, Denis’s resilient spirit shines through a near-equal win/loss record of 696 wins to 716 losses, plus a handful of draws. His bullet escapades are limited but potent—with a winning rate of over 76%.

Not one to shy away from familiar foes, some of his most played opponents include alexxpink and rafael_dantas. Against these rivals, Bilunov has a tough but fair fight, showcasing the competitive fire that fuels his gameplay.

Memorable Win

On December 29, 2024, Denis wrapped up a thrilling blitz game against dirkbretthauer with a clean checkmate after a bishops’ opening maneuver. The final move was a swift queen check that left the opponent with no escape—an elegant reminder that Bilunov loves combining tactical sharpness with fine positional play.

Fun Fact

Denis’s longest winning streak is a cool 11 games in a row. Enough to make you wonder if his keyboard overheats or if he’s secretly powered by caffeine and pure chess adrenaline.

Whether on the attack or defense, Denis Bilunov embodies both the spirit of a fighter and the grace of a strategist. Follow him—if you dare—across the board where every move tells a story of determination, and occasionally, just a pinch of chess chaos.