Introduction
Michal Provaznik is a Czech chess player who earned the FIDE title Candidate Master. A seasoned competitor in online and over-the-board circuits, he is best known for his sharp Bullet battles and a warm, sometimes cheeky, approach to the game. His preferred time control is Bullet, where quick decisions meet creative ideas at the blink of an eye.
Chess Journey
- Earned the Candidate Master title from FIDE.
- Peak Blitz rating reached 2313 on 2025-01-21.
- Longer battles suit him: longest winning streak 18 games, longest losing streak 17.
- Regular presence in fast time controls, facing a diverse pool of opponents on the online and offline boards.
Playing Style
Provaznik is known for endgame savvy and stubborn nerve in tight time trouble. He values long, strategic battles and often walks into endgames with a calm, pragmatic approach. In Blitz, his decisions are quick but precise, with a strong ability to rebound after a rough stretch.
- Endgame frequency: ~78%
- Avg moves per win: 68.1 | Avg moves per loss: 74.4
- Comeback rate after losing a piece: ~88%
Opening Preferences
- Nimzo-Larsen Attack — Blitz: 1,244 games; Wins 627; Losses 562; Draws 55 (Win rate ~50.4%)
- Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation — Blitz: 1,009 games; Win rate ~49.6%
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, American Attack — Blitz: 954 games; Win rate ~48.2%
- Sicilian Defense: Closed — Blitz: 925 games; Win rate ~47.9%
Beyond the Board
Off the clock, Michal enjoys puzzles, playful banter, and sharing a good chess meme. He treats each game as a story with a twist, often narrating his own adventures in a light-hearted, coachable way. A true Bullet enthusiast, he keeps the mood upbeat even when the clock is burning down.
- Preferred time control: Bullet
- Stance: cheerful competitor who loves teaching through example