About Dennis Wagner
Dennis Wagner is a highly skilled chess player who proudly holds the esteemed title of Grandmaster, awarded by FIDE. Known for his sharp intellect and tactical prowess, Dennis has made a significant mark in the online blitz chess community, showcasing his talents in fast-paced games where quick thinking and rapid calculation are key.
Playing Style and Time Control
Favoring blitz chess, Dennis is a master of lightning-fast decisions and precision under pressure. With an early resignation rate of just 0.99% and an impressive comeback rate of 87.3%, he combines resilience with tactical acuity. His average game lasts around 77 moves when winning, indicating a deep strategic understanding and endurance.
Opening Repertoire Highlights
Dennis has a versatile and well-tested opening repertoire in blitz games, with notable success in several lines, including:
- Indian Defence, Knights Variation — played 142 times with a 57.04% win rate
- Reti Opening: King's Indian Attack — 80 games with a 62.5% win rate
- Indian Defence with e6, Nf3 — boasting a strong 66.67% win rate over 75 games
- Queen's Pawn Game: Symmetrical Variation — 73 games with almost 59% wins
- King's Indian Defense: Normal Variation, King's Knight Variation — solid 57.58% win rate
This mix shows Dennis' preference for dynamic and flexible systems both as White and Black.
Achievements and Records
- Peak blitz rating of 2901 (June 2025), placing him among the elite online blitz players.
- Impressive bullet rating peak at 2849, demonstrating lightning-fast tactical skills.
- Over 4,000 wins recorded in online blitz games, showcasing both volume and quality.
- Known for a psychological toughness with a tilt factor of 14 and a favored time to play at 8 AM, an early riser’s edge!
Fun Fact
At an average of over 7 moves before the first capture, Dennis likes to build his position carefully before letting the fireworks begin. So, don't be fooled by a seemingly quiet start—he's just gathering fuel for a tactical blaze!