Robert Fakhretdinov FM

Meet Bubar

Bubar’s chess journey began in earnest with a spark for rapid play. Early on, they dove into the adrenaline-fueled world of bullet chess, where every second matters. In August 2017, they carried a modest bullet rating just above 1200. Step by step, game by game, they pressed forward—eventually crossing the 2000 mark and reaching new heights until they surpassed a remarkable peak bullet rating of over 2700 in 2020.

Alongside bullet, Bubar steadily refined their blitz skills. December 2020 was a particularly memorable time: they earned a blitz rating that peaked above 2800. This surge reflected their growing confidence, improving tactical awareness, and a willingness to fight through tense endgames and complex middlegame positions.

Whether playing White or Black, Bubar’s style leans toward thorough battles in the endgame—over 80% of their matches extend well past middlegame skirmishes. When they do win, it often takes around 79 moves, showing their persistence in closing out long struggles. Despite such lengthy fights, they rarely give up early: their early resignation rate has hovered around just over 1%.

A hallmark of Bubar’s approach is resilience. They have staged comebacks in challenging positions, demonstrating a noticeable tilt-resistance and a high “win rate after losing material.” Their ability to remain composed through adversity underscores an impressive mental fortitude—a trait that fueled a personal best winning streak of 14 consecutive victories.

Over time, Bubar has faced thousands of opponents, meeting some repeatedly and forging friendly rivalries. Their top adversaries have included players like garfield_pg, jlindner, and a host of other regular rivals. Notably, Bubar maintains a balanced routine of play throughout the week and tends to time sessions in ways that complement their schedule—though some of their best results appear around late morning hours.

Through each tactical puzzle, every late-night session, and every victory seized or lesson learned, Bubar has embodied steady growth in the chess world. Their record of battling to the end, thriving in quick formats, and maintaining a determined spirit underscores the essence of Bubar’s chess journey. With a continuing desire to improve, there is little doubt that Bubar’s rating highs and fearless style will continue leaving a mark on the online chess scene.