Bogdan Bodnar NM

Bogdan Bodnar - National Master Extraordinaire

Meet Bogdan Bodnar, a chess virtuoso who proudly holds the title of National Master. Bogdan is not your everyday player; they are a blitz and bullet warrior with a penchant for daring moves and epic comebacks.

Rating and Style

Over the years, Bogdan's rating has soared to impressive heights. Their peak blitz rating touched a stellar 2306 in August 2024, while bullet peeked at an intimidating 2261 in early 2022. Their rapid play? A solid 2052, proving versatility across formats.

Known for a sturdy endgame approach, Bogdan relishes meticulous, long battles, averaging over 77 moves to victory in wins and showing patience even in losses. If you like watching a game with all the suspense and twists, Bogdan's matches deliver that thrill with an amazing 83% comeback rate after tough positions.

Play Philosophy & Quirks

The early resignation rate is a mere 1.6% — literally, Bogdan hates to give up, even when the clocks are ticking and the odds stacked high. They aren’t just a fighter — they're a strategist who seems to play best when the world sleeps, given their "best time of day" is around midnight, when silent moves echo the loudest.

Psychologically, Bogdan’s tilt factor sits modestly at 14, showing calm under fire, although occasional losses might sting just enough to fire up some fierce determination.

The Numbers Tell a Story

• Blitz Battles: Over 7,600 games played, boasting a solid 45.9% win rate amidst fierce competition.
• Bullet Speedster: Nearly 3,400 bullet games with a respectable 45.4% win rate — lightning-fast reflexes included.
• Rapid Games: Though fewer, the rapid win rate is breathtaking at over 81%, showcasing deep understanding in classical tempo.
• Longest Winning Streak: A jaw-dropping 15 consecutive victories — enough to make opponents rethink their life choices.
• Opponents Beware: Bogdan excels against competition with a habit of mounting pressure and capitalizing on slip-ups.

Recent Adventures on the Board

Bogdan’s latest Chess960 conquest was nothing short of spectacular, winning with finesse after a complex battle ending in a resignation. Always eager for creative openings and quirky positions, Bogdan dances skillfully through lesser-known lines, often turning the tide when the clock shows less than ideal time. If you have 20 minutes, you might just catch Bogdan in a live game, calmly orchestrating a masterpiece.

A Word on Personality

Known for a cunning blend of patience and bravado, Bogdan Bodnar could very well be the chess world’s best-kept secret. Armed with a National Master title and a love for the unknown, Bogdan turns every game into a story—a saga of ups, downs, and dazzling checkmates.

Whether it's blitz or bullet, rapid or Chess960, Bogdan Bodnar plays not just to win but to entertain—always keeping an eye out for that next creative spark.