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Ridvan Sakir FM

Username: CosmosX

Playing Since: 2014-05-31 (Inactive)

Wow Factor: ♟♟♟♟

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Rapid: 2264
6W / 6L / 5D
Blitz: 2329
338W / 197L / 36D
Bullet: 1964
38W / 14L / 3D

Ridvan Sakir: The FIDE Master of Blitz and Beyond

Ridvan Sakir, also known in chess circles as a mysterious Top Secret master of openings, holds the prestigious title of FIDE Master. With a blitz rating that flirted with the 2400 mark multiple times and a bullet prowess boasting a peak over 2300, Ridvan has proven to be a force to reckon with on the chessboard – especially when the clocks tick down.

Starting from a modest blitz rating of 1404 in 2017, Ridvan swiftly stormed through the ranks to reach a peak blitz rating of 2408 in 2019. Their rapid ascent was matched by a bullet rating climb to an impressive 2251 in 2020, demonstrating versatility across formats that many players envy. Don't let the numbers fool you though — this player’s average game length of over 70 moves per win suggests that patience is just another weapon in their arsenal.

Ridvan’s playing style is a curious blend of tactical wizardry and psychological stamina. With an 81% comeback rate and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece, it’s clear they thrive in chaos and excel in turning the tides of battle. Opponents beware: quitting early isn’t an option as Ridvan resigns early in just over 2% of games, preferring to grind out results with relentless endgame skills.

When it comes to streaks, Ridvan's longest winning spree is a formidable 17 games, and currently on a confident 4-game streak — proof that consistency and momentum go hand in hand. Their win rates don’t just peak at specific times, but interestingly, Ridvan performs best at 16:00 with over 90% success, making late afternoons dangerous territory for rivals.

Behind the scenes, Ridvan has a quirky list of nemeses, some undefeated (looking at you, "lizde8" — 0% win rate for Ridvan there!), and others thoroughly dispatched. Among these battle-tested opponents, chess_night5030 has faced off 278 times with Ridvan emerging victorious nearly 68% of the time—no small feat over such an enduring rivalry.

Whether blasting through blitz games or strategizing in rapid formats, Ridvan Sakir’s mix of tactical flair and endurance keeps their foes guessing and fans cheering. The FIDE Master who turns every match into a thrilling story — sometimes hilarious, always intense.


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Feedback for Ridvan Sakir

Dear Ridvan,

You've demonstrated solid understanding in your recent games, especially your capability to maintain strong positional play and convert advantages effectively. Your win against CosmosX showcases good tactical awareness, particularly in exploiting weaknesses and precise endgame technique.

Strengths

  • Opening Preparation: Your opening repertoire is consistent and you handle middlegame transitions well, maintaining a solid foundation.
  • Tactical Awareness: Sharp moves like 10.Nxd6+ and pressuring the king quickly indicate strong tactical vision.
  • Endgame Technique: Your pawn promotion and king activity in the endgame illustrate disciplined technique and good calculation.
  • Time Management: You use your clock effectively, often keeping a comfortable buffer to think through critical decisions.

Areas to Improve

  • Handling Counterplay: In some positions, especially against active opponents, ensuring you neutralize their threats even more confidently will help. Watch for timely exchanges or prophylactic moves.
  • Positional Planning: Deepen your understanding of long-term plans in your chosen openings. Sometimes optimizing piece placement further before launching attacks can yield stronger results.
  • Endgame Technique Depth: While your endgame is sound, studying complex theoretical endgames (like rook and pawn endgames) could provide an additional edge in tight games.

Suggestions for Training

  • Review classic games where endgame precision was essential to learn practical ideas.
  • Incorporate tactical puzzles focusing on defensive tactics and counterattacks.
  • Explore prophylaxis and positional-play concepts to enhance your strategic understanding.

Keep up the great work, and continue analyzing your games deeply to refine your skills further. Your dedication is evident and will bring continued improvement.



🆚 Opponent Insights

Most Played Opponents
chess_night5030 189W / 53L / 36D View Games
doctormgo 6W / 0L / 0D View Games
nguoihatrong 5W / 0L / 0D View Games
Dragomirescu Calin 0W / 2L / 2D View Games
IndioRico 2W / 1L / 1D View Games

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2329 2264
2024 2329 2264
2022 2329
2021 2343 2264
2020 1814 2319 1637
2019 1707 2266
2018 1409 2333
2017 2354
Rating by Year2017201820192020202120222024202523541409YearRatingBulletBlitzRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 3W / 0L / 0D 3W / 0L / 0D 71.8
2024 1W / 0L / 0D 2W / 0L / 0D 34.3
2022 4W / 3L / 0D 3W / 2L / 1D 90.8
2021 6W / 3L / 1D 7W / 5L / 0D 70.0
2020 122W / 40L / 17D 166W / 57L / 28D 72.2
2019 64W / 49L / 10D 64W / 51L / 6D 84.9
2018 14W / 7L / 0D 13W / 7L / 1D 79.3
2017 18W / 8L / 1D 19W / 7L / 1D 87.6

Openings: Most Played

Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Barnes Opening: Walkerling 7 5 2 0 71.4%
Italian Game: Two Knights Defense 4 2 0 2 50.0%
Caro-Kann Defense 4 2 2 0 50.0%
Scandinavian Defense 4 3 1 0 75.0%
Dresden Opening: The Goblin 4 4 0 0 100.0%
Blackburne Shilling Gambit 3 1 2 0 33.3%
Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation 3 3 0 0 100.0%
Alekhine Defense 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Amar Gambit 2 2 0 0 100.0%
French Defense 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation 32 25 5 2 78.1%
Caro-Kann Defense 30 22 8 0 73.3%
Dresden Opening: The Goblin 27 18 7 2 66.7%
Scandinavian Defense 23 16 4 3 69.6%
Caro-Kann Defense: Classical Variation 22 14 5 3 63.6%
Ruy Lopez: Brix Variation 21 14 5 2 66.7%
Döry Defense 18 12 5 1 66.7%
French Defense: Burn Variation 17 11 5 1 64.7%
Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation 16 8 6 2 50.0%
Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Yugoslav Attack 16 7 7 2 43.8%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 17 9
Losing 6 0
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