David Brinovec FM

David Brinovec - FIDE Master

Known in the digital realm as CyberneticLion, David Brinovec has clawed his way through countless blitz, bullet, and rapid chess battles, earning the coveted title of FIDE Master from FIDE. Not just a name on a leaderboard, David’s chess journey is a rollercoaster of brilliant victories, tough losses, and moments only the bravest pawns dare to witness.

Career Highlights & Style

• Peak Ratings: Blitz - 2774 (March 2024), Bullet - 2778 (February 2024), Rapid - 2701 (April 2022)
• Game Count: Over 10,000 blitz games under his belt, a testament to his relentless energy and love for fast-paced play.
• Playing Style: Known for an average of about 48 moves per win and rarely surrendering early with a 40% early resignation rate, David loves the thrill of the endgame with an endgame frequency of ~51%. He’s also not shy about comebacks, displaying a tactical awareness that yields a 51.78% comeback rate.
• Win Rates: Sporting a solid 55% win rate with White and nearly 53% with Black, this Lion respects both sides of the board equally.
• Psychological Quirks: Beware the “tilt factor” - it spikes around 11! But fret not, David’s best games happen when the clock strikes 5 AM - the witching hour of chess mastery.

Noteworthy Rivalries & Records

David’s most played opponents include nuscha3, neosupremacy, and zala02 with win rates varying widely—proof that he’s battled a colorful cast of characters and emerged with a lion’s share of victories. His recorded longest winning streak is an impressive 22 games, proving that when he’s on, nothing can stop him.

A Glimpse at the Latest Victory

In a recent Chess960 clash on February 28, 2025, playing under the moniker CyberneticLion, David showcased strategic prowess and patience to secure a victory by resignation against a lower-rated opponent. The game was a dance of knights and queens, culminating with David capitalizing on critical weaknesses to intimidate his opponent right off the cozy chessboard.

Final Roar

David Brinovec may carry the “FIDE Master” title, but his heart beats with the spirit of a grandmaster in the making. Fast, furious, and sometimes unpredictable, he reminds us all that chess is not just a game of pieces but a saga of relentless passion, calculated risks, and a fearless lion’s roar in every move.