Konstantinos Michaelides, FIDE Master
Meet Konstantinos Michaelides, a chess virtuoso who has gracefully earned the esteemed title of FIDE Master. Known in the chess world for combining strategic brilliance with a touch of humor, Konstantinos is a player who proves that chess is as much about patience and wit as it is about raw calculation.
Chess Journey & Style
From his early days in 2012, starting with a modest Blitz rating of around 1600, Konstantinos has shown an impressive climb, peaking beyond 2500 in Blitz by 2024—a feat many only dream of. His Bullet and Rapid ratings also tell a tale of relentless dedication, hitting highs near 2400 and strong win rates that reflect his tactical acumen.
Konstantinos's playstyle is a fascinating blend: he rarely caves under pressure, boasting an astonishing comeback rate of 85%, and an almost perfect win rate of nearly 99.5% after losing a piece. Simply put, if you catch him off-guard, be ready for a thrilling fight back!
Endgame Wizardry & Patience
With a hefty 76.5% endgame frequency, Konstantinos loves the crunch time where champions are made. Games have an average of about 73 moves whether he wins or loses, which suggests he's in it for the long haul, savoring every moment on the battlefield with both White and Black pieces, maintaining an edge with a White win rate above 52%.
Online Presence & Records
Known in some circles as chessknight02, Konstantinos has battled thousands of opponents online, including a few rivals he’s faced dozens of times like pakis02 and computer4-impossible. Interestingly, his win rates against recent opponents such as bazukat and mikespyrous sit comfortably at a perfect 100%, proving he's no pushover.
Whether it’s blitz, rapid, bullet, or daily chess, Konstantinos keeps a fierce winning streak, with a personal best of 20 consecutive victories and currently riding a 4-game winning streak. He’s the kind of player who might even beat you while brewing coffee and chatting, but don’t let the friendly smile fool you—his tactical awareness is razor sharp!
Fun Facts
- His highest Blitz rating hit a staggering 2533 in 2024!
- Despite his intimidating skills, Konstantinos only resigns early in about 3.9% of his games—this fighter fights to the bitter end.
- His games average around 72 moves per win, perfect for those who love epic battles rather than quick skirmishes.
- His best hours to catch him online? Midnight onwards, where he boasts a 62.5% win rate at 23:00 and a perfect 100% at 2:00 AM. Night owl? Definitely.
In the grand theater of 64 squares, Konstantinos Michaelides is a master tactician, a patient endgame strategist, and a relentless competitor who always keeps a sense of fun alive—chess is serious business, but it’s also play!