Vadim Bobkov - FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Known in the chess world as Bob_2004, Vadim Bobkov proudly carries the prestigious title of FIDE Master. A fierce competitor, he has battled countless pawns, knights, and queens over the board, leaving a trail of dazzled opponents and clever strategies in his wake.
Rating Journey & Style
From humble beginnings in 2018 with a blitz rating around 2135, Vadim's quicksilver tactics quickly propelled him beyond the 2700 mark in bullet and blitz by 2024—a milestone that few achieve. His peak blitz rating hit an impressive 2866, showcasing his speed and precision under pressure.
With an average game length of approximately 75 moves, Vadim is not one to shy away from the deep, strategic battles that characterise epic endgames. Also, his endgame expertise shines through with a frequency of play nearing 80%, while his comeback rate of over 78% speaks volumes about his resilience—losing material only makes him fight harder.
Playing Style & Psychological Edge
Vadim has a low early resignation rate (just over 4%), proving he’s a tenacious gladiator on the board who doesn’t surrender easily. He tends to perform best late at night and into the early morning hours, with his prime play time notably at 4 AM. Maybe the world is quieter, but the chess moves at this hour roar the loudest.
Favorite Openings: A "Top Secret" Arsenal
Vadim’s opening repertoire is so guarded it’s famously dubbed "Top Secret". This stealthy approach has yielded a solid win rate: 56% in bullet and over 51% in blitz formats. But when he unleashes the Modern Defense - Standard Line, watch out! He boasts a monstrous 83% blitz win rate, proving that Bob_2004 isn't just playing chess, he's rewriting the defense manual.
Records & Rivals
With over 2000 wins in blitz alone and several hundred in bullet, Vadim is a battle-tested warrior of the chessboard. His longest winning streak hits a staggering 27 games, while even in tough times, his tilt factor proudly stands at a modest 11%, showing cool nerves not easily rattled.
Frequent opponents include dorbi4 and bilicvladimir, against whom he holds formidable records. Though even legends face defeat—his toughest losses sometimes come from players like bobsolid. But hey, even champions have off days.
Memorable Victory
One of Vadim's latest glorious triumphs came in May 2025 when he executed a flawless checkmate with Black using the Modern Defense Standard Line—an elegant finish to a well-fought game that left spectators awestruck.
In a Nutshell
Vadim Bobkov is more than just a chess player; he’s a strategic artist, a bullet speed demon, and a tactical genius wrapped up in a FIDE Master title. Whether on the board at dawn or duking it out under the electric buzz of online blitz arenas, Vadim embodies both grit and flair. He’s a name every chess fan should remember—and maybe fear a little.