About Ivan Saric
Ivan Saric is a grandmaster in chess, delighting fans with his sharp bullet play and solid rapid strategy. Known for his tactical awareness and resilient endgame skills, Ivan has achieved impressive heights, with peak ratings soaring to 3109 in bullet, 3016 in blitz, and 2870 in rapid formats.
Playing Style & Strengths
Ivan is a powerhouse in bullet chess, showcasing a win rate exceeding 55%. His games often reach deep endgames (played in nearly 85% of his encounters), and he tends to close matches decisively in about 75 moves on average. His comeback spirit is notable with an 87% rate after unfavorable positions, making him a fierce competitor even when the odds are stacked.
- Average moves per win: ~75
- Average moves per loss: ~87
- Comeback rate: 86.9%
- White pieces win rate: 52.44%
- Black pieces win rate: 48.08%
Favorite Openings
Ivan has a diverse opening repertoire, excelling in both classic and modern lines. Some highlights include:
- In rapid: Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations, Anti-Qxd4 Move Order with a flawless 100% win rate in 3 games.
- In blitz: Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation and Queen's Pawn: Modern — mainstays of his attacking arsenal.
- In bullet: The Caro-Kann Defense stands out with over 81% success.
Notable Records
- Longest winning streak: 23 games (no naps needed!)
- Current winning streak: 5 games
- Longest losing streak: 10 games (every grandmaster has those days)
- Total blitz wins: 2382 — clearly blitz is Ivan's battlefield
- Total bullet wins: 227 — fast, fierce, and fabulous
Fun Facts
- His peak bullet rating of 3109 was recorded in September 2021 — lightning fast fingers!
- Plays his best around midnight and 1 AM, proving night owls really do have an edge.
- Prefers openings like the King's Indian Attack and Reti variations, mixing classical with hypermodern.
- Has a knack for defeating some of the toughest opponents multiple times — a real nemesis on the board.
Chart
Ivan's rapid rating progression over recent years: