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chessking518 GM

Since 2015 (Inactive) Chess.com ♟♟
54.9%- 31.1%- 14.0%
Bullet 2884
301W 154L 26D
Blitz 2918
1155W 670L 346D

About chessking518

Meet chessking518, a formidable Grandmaster whose blitz and bullet performances light up the board with brilliance and excitement. Starting with a modest blitz rating of 1385, this player’s growth has been meteoric, peaking at an astonishing 2929 in blitz as of early 2023 and a bullet peak close behind at 2884 in late 2022.

Playing Style & Strengths

Known for their tactical awareness, chessking518 boasts an impressive comeback rate of 91.78%, proving that giving up is not in their vocabulary. Their games often stretch beyond the 80-move mark, demonstrating patience and deep endgame skill — reflected by an endgame frequency of nearly 89%. And if you think they throw in the towel easily, think again: early resignation rate is low at just 1.11%.

When playing white, chessking518 has a strong win rate close to 59%, and with black, a respectable 51%. Their strategic choices favor solid openings with a flair for tactical openings like the Indian Defense and the Spanish Opening.

Favorite Openings

In blitz, some of chessking518’s favorite battlegrounds include:

  • Indian Defense with 2.Bf4 — a personal win rate of 56.8%
  • Spanish: Closed, 6.d3 b5 with a strong 58.8% win rate
  • Queen's Gambit Normal Defense, where strategic depth shines with a 55.3% win rate
  • The classic Petrov's Defense: Nimzowitsch Attack, a popular and solid choice

For bullet games, aggressive openings like the Horwitz Defense and Benko Opening have earned impressive win rates over 66%, showcasing an aggressive and tactical playing approach under the ticking clock.

Competitive Highlights & Records

With over 2000 blitz games and nearly 500 bullet games logged, chessking518's experience is vast. Their longest winning streak is a jaw-dropping 21 games — undeniable evidence of dominance!

They have faced a variety of opponents frequently, including strong rivals like yaacovn and vladimirkra, holding a solid competitive edge with win rates near and above 50% against these tough players.

Their psychological resilience shines with a "tilt factor" of just 7, meaning they keep calm and carry on even after tough losses.

Fun Facts

  • Peak blitz rating of 2929 is almost like having a superpower — expect vanishing pawns and sneaky forks!
  • Tends to play best in the afternoon, with the highest win rates between 14:00 and 16:00.
  • When the clock ticks loudly, the bullet game win rate edges even higher, showcasing reflexes and rapid-fire tactics.
  • Is not just fast but smart — victory after losing a piece occurs over half the time, proving an ability to turn tables with style.

Summary

Chessking518 is a thrilling grandmaster to watch, blending strategic understanding with lightning-fast reflexes. Whether blitzing through 90+ move battles or blitz bullet games under a minute, they continually prove their mastery and tenacity on the digital battlefield.

Keep an eye out — this chess king might just checkmate your expectations!

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