Dāvis Strelkovs - The Chess Maverick
Dāvis Strelkovs, known by many in the online chess world as BronislavFreid, is a player who dances on 64 squares with both precision and flair. With a peak Blitz rating soaring to an impressive 1728 in May 2025 and a Rapid peak of 1725 back in 2015, Dāvis has demonstrated a strong command across multiple time controls.
Playing Style
Dāvis's approach to chess combines patience and tactical sharpness. Averaging nearly 71 moves per win, he clearly enjoys the long strategic battles—but don't let that fool you. His impressive comeback rate (over 78%) ensures that he never backs down, turning seemingly lost positions into surprising victories.
Endgame precision is one of his hallmarks, with a frequent foray into the endgame in over 72% of his games. Interestingly, he tends to resign early only about 2% of the time—so when he starts a match, he means business.
Notable Statistics
- Overall win ratio is balanced, with a notable edge against lower-rated opponents (winning nearly 66% of those games).
- White pieces yield him a slightly better success rate (around 50%) compared to Black (around 45.5%).
- Longest winning streak stands strong at 12 games, showing his capability to dominate stretches of play.
- His psychological resilience is highlighted by a moderate tilt factor of 11, making him fairly stable under pressure.
Opening Repertoire
Dāvis is a man of mystery when it comes to openings—a large portion of his games fall under the enigmatic "Top Secret" category. However, he also shows preferences and expertise in various structures:
- Owens Defense: Perfect 100% win rate in Bullet with a modest sample — a daring choice that keeps opponents guessing.
- King's Pawn Opening (Leonardis Variation): High success rate (75%) suggests comfort in classical, dynamic positions.
- French Defense (Kings Indian Attack): A favored tool in Blitz games, with a respectable 67% win rate.
- Closed Sicilian Defense (Fianchetto Variation): Among his sharpest weapons, sporting an 83% win rate in Blitz, proving he dares to be different.
Recent Games & Moments
Dāvis's recent matches are a rollercoaster—winning by both resignation and on time, showcasing his relentless play and timing savvy. In one memorable game, playing Black against the English Defense, he managed a time victory after a dynamic kingside push, turning the tide with sharp pawn breaks and relentless pressure.
"I do not fear the clock; I fear the blunders." - Probably Dāvis Strelkovs
Fun Facts
- His best time of day to play? 4 AM — the witching hour for brilliant tactical strikes and cunning traps.
- Dāvis has played over 4,700 Blitz games. That's enough to fill a small library of chess tales and blunder stories.
- Despite the ups and downs (including an 11-game losing streak at some point), his love for the game shines through with consistent active play and constant rating improvements across years.
Overall, Dāvis Strelkovs is a passionate grappler of the board, a persistent strategist, and an entertaining opponent who will surely keep you on your toes — whether you face him in Bullet, Blitz, or Rapid. Expect surprises, tactical fireworks, and the occasional cheeky early resignation from the other side of the board.
