Leon Livaic GM

Leon Livaic - The Chess Bulldog aka Bulldog167

Meet Grandmaster Leon Livaic, a force to be reckoned with on the 64 squares and a veritable whirlwind in blitz and bullet chess. With a blitz max rating soaring just shy of 2950 and bullet peaks nearing a staggering 2995, Leon’s handle "Bulldog167" perfectly embodies his tenacious, unrelenting style — once he locks his jaws onto a position, good luck trying to pry it loose!

Chess Journey & Style

Awarded the prestigious Grandmaster title by FIDE, Leon has enthusiastically tackled all time controls. His rapid rating lags slightly behind his blitz and bullet stardom, hinting that this chess bulldog loves to rumble at lightning speed rather than ponder quietly over the board. With an average win streak capability touching an impressive 23 games, and a comeback rate of over 91%, Leon clearly refuses to go quietly—even when the odds are stacked against him.

Known for his high tactical awareness, he boasts a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece (talk about fighting spirit), while he keeps early resignations below 1% – showing that stubborn grit runs deep in his veins. Whether playing white or black, his win rates hover around 53.5% and 50% respectively, proving he's no pushover on either side.

Signature Openings

Leon's opening repertoire is as diverse as it is deadly. Favorites include the King’s Indian Defense Makogonov Variation, delivering a crushing 61%+ win rate in blitz, and the French Defense Exchange Variation, where he’s shown nifty finesse winning over 53% of games. His bullet games reveal a fondness for the Indian Game and the Caro Kann Defense Exchange Variation, scoring hovering around 55-60%. Hard to believe he's only making these openings look so easy while speed-typing moves faster than most can blink!

A Glimpse of Recent Battles

Recently, Bulldog167 clinched a stylish victory using the Bogo-Indian Defense against a sturdy opponent, resigning them without breaking a sweat. Yet, even a bulldog has its off days: Leon’s most recent defeats came at the hands of some fierce tacticians wielding sharp French Defense tactics and Slav counters, reminding us all that even top dogs sometimes get stuck in the kennel.

Personality & Quirks

Leon’s psychological tilt factor sits modestly at 12, which is slightly above the calm sea of average Grandmasters, suggesting that sometimes passion bubbles up — especially under pressure. However, he makes up for any emotional dip with a brutal 100% win rate after losing material, proving resilience is his middle name.

When not barking furiously over the board or online arena, he favors night owling, performing his best between 2 and 6 AM, hitting remarkable peaks during those wolfish hours. A chess beast who thrives in moonlight — just imagine the fur-level rising with every move!

In Summary

Grandmaster Leon "Bulldog167" Livaic blends raw speed, tactical wizardry, and stubborn grit, embodying a true blitz and bullet legend. Whether grinding down opponents in rapid-fire duels or wading through classic complicated middlegames, Leon’s legacy is built on fierce determination and a biting chess style that leaves foes wishing they’d brought a leash.

Watch the Bulldog — he never quits until the final move, and sometimes, not even then.