Malek Ali - aka cougarx434311
Meet Malek Ali, a chess enthusiast whose adventures on the 64 squares are nothing short of a rollercoaster ride! With a peak rapid rating of 632 achieved back in September 2023, Malek has proven to be a spirited competitor, swinging between fierce victories and learning losses like a true gladiator of the board.
Battle Stats & Playing Style
Malek has logged over 300 rapid games, wielding a mysterious Top Secret opening that keeps opponents guessing (and often scratching their heads). His win rate here hovers just shy of 45%, reminding us that chess is as much about the struggle as the triumph. When he’s feeling unstoppable, Malek’s proudest moment includes a flawless 100% win record with the quirky Van t Kruijs Opening — a niche choice for niche dominance.
This player isn’t just about rapid fire battles; Malek’s bullet games tell a story of speed and occasional stumbles — a top bullet rating peak of 321 in late 2024 hints at some blistering tactics, though the wins sometimes play hide and seek. Daily chess sees Malek rarely taking his time, given a peak rating of 546, showing the flexibility to battle in both quick sprints and longer strategic marathons.
Ever strategic, Malek tends to resign early about 10% of the time — maybe to save energy or because the coffee break calls — but fights fiercely in endgames almost half the time. Average winning games last about 45 moves, with losses pushing closer to 56 moves, proving that defeat isn’t cheap around this board.
Tactical Wit & Psychological Fortitude
Malek’s tactical comeback rate nears an impressive 69%, battling back even when the chips are down. However, the rollercoaster comes with a tilt factor of 9 (probably after seeing an unexpected knight fork!), and the best hours to catch Malek at his chessy best revolve around 10 PM when the strategic juices really flow.
Memorable Matches
Among many memorable duels, a recent star performance saw Malek gently coaxing an opponent into resignation after a clever maneuver in a game featuring the Undefined Opening. Always ready to endure drama, Malek’s longest winning streak reaches 8 games, while the longest losing spiral — a humbling 9 losses — reminds us that every grandmaster was once a beginner... or at least a very human player.
Opponents & Legacy
Having squared off with opponents like kalaniapilado-kekipi (8 times) and bluenoclues (7 times), Malek’s rivalries add spice to the logs. The win rates against various foes range from heroic 100% triumphs to those “better luck next time” moments at 0%. But with a spirit like Malek’s, it's all about the game and the fun that comes with each move.
In Conclusion
Malek Ali is not your typical chess player — part warrior, part strategist, and part entertainer. Whether quick on the bullet front or wading through long daily battles, Malek blends analytical grit with a dash of unpredictability. To follow Malek’s games is to embrace the beautiful chaos of chess, full of ups, downs, and those “wait, what just happened?!” moments that make the game truly timeless.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| kalaniapilado-kekipi | 3W / 3L / 2D | |
| bluenoclues | 4W / 3L / 0D | |
| coachclark10 | 1W / 2L / 0D | |
| mansy2023 | 1W / 2L / 0D | |
| marcin1985krk | 0W / 3L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 284 | 343 | 400 | |
| 2024 | 255 | 386 | 546 | |
| 2023 | 100 | 410 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 26W / 22L / 5D | 17W / 34L / 0D | 49.9 |
| 2024 | 19W / 13L / 2D | 14W / 13L / 6D | 55.0 |
| 2023 | 41W / 44L / 8D | 44W / 48L / 10D | 55.4 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 300 | 134 | 136 | 30 | 44.7% |
| Undefined | 9 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 55.6% |
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Bishops Opening | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Caro Kann Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| French Defense Knight Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Reti Opening Ware Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 39 | 13 | 26 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 8 | 0 |
| Losing | 9 | 2 |