About Davor Rogic
Davor Rogic is a highly skilled Grandmaster known for his sharp tactical awareness and solid endgame prowess. With a fiery preference for Blitz chess, Davor has demonstrated remarkable consistency and resilience on the board. His style blends strategic depth with quick calculation, making him a formidable opponent across multiple time controls.
Career Highlights
- Earned the prestigious title of Grandmaster from FIDE.
- Peak ratings:
- Blitz: 2522 (September 2022)
- Rapid: 2500 (March 2021)
- Bullet: 2441 (February 2024)
- Daily: 2011 (November 2023)
- Recorded an impressive 9-game winning streak, showcasing his competitive edge.
- Known for a comeback win rate of over 82%, proving he never says never!
Playing Style & Strengths
Davor prefers quick-paced games, with Blitz as his favorite battlefield. He's a strategist who thrives in long endgames (participating in over 77% of his games), often wearing down his opponents with endurance and precision. His tactical skill often turns the tide after a loss of material, boasting almost a 50% win rate even after losing a piece.
Notably, Davor rarely resigns early, embracing every challenge until the very end.
Favorite Openings
Davor employs a versatile opening repertoire, carefully tailored to each time control:
- Rapid: Strong results with Neo-Indian: Blumenfeld/Benoni and Caro-Kann Defense: Main Line, both with a 100% win rate.
- Blitz: Dominates with the Caro-Kann Defense: Classical Variation (100% wins) and the Open Sicilian with 2...Nc6 (undefeated).
- Bullet: Utilizes a range including QGD: 3.Nf3 Nf6, Benko Opening, and the tricky Alekhine Defense: Brooklyn Variation with excellent results.
Notable Traits & Fun Facts
- Davor's best time to play is early in the morning around 3:00 AM — a true night owl of the chess world!
- He has a curious mix of patience and aggression: while his average decisive game lasts about 68 moves, he’s equally comfortable blitzing out quick tactics.
- Despite the intense pressure of competitive play, Davor has a low tilt factor, staying calm even during a rough patch.
- His preferred opening move with White is 1.e4, reflecting his classical approach to chess openings.
- When it comes to opponents, he has an outstanding 100% win record against several challengers, proving he can dominate when in top form.