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Dmitry Minko FM

DIMONBANAN Since 2016 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟♟♟
49.2% W 42.2% L 8.6% D
Bullet
2658
2252W 2002L 398D
Blitz
2723
2459W 2057L 428D
Rapid
2385
32W 9L 6D
Daily
1525
5W 0L 0D

The Banana Blitz Legend: Dmitry Minko

Dmitry Minko, better known by his cheeky online handle DIMONBANAN, is a FIDE Master who has carved out a reputation as one of the fastest thinkers in online chess. His preferred time control is Blitz, where he turns every game into a high speed chase that leaves rivals scrambling like they stepped on a slippery peel.

Rise Through the Ranks

Starting from humble online beginnings, Dmitry Minko quickly climbed the ladder by mastering aggressive openings such as the Scotch Game and the solid Caro-Kann Defense. His sharp tactics and quick decisions have led to memorable clashes, including intense battles against cockroachdolly that often end in dramatic finishes.

Playing Style and Humor

With a style that mixes bold attacks and sneaky defenses, Dmitry Minko keeps fans laughing with his unpredictable moves. He favors lines that force opponents into chaos, making every match feel like a comedy of errors for the other side.

Win Rate by Opening0%25%75%100%50%Scotch Game: 56.8% over 558 gamesCaro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation: 55.7% over 517 gamesFour Knights Game: 45.0% over 491 gamesAustralian Defense: 49.8% over 418 gamesItalian Game: Two Knights Defense: 47.9% over 317 gamesScandinavian Defense: 44.0% over 291 gamesScotch Game57%Caro-Kann Defense: Exch…56%Four Knights Game45%Australian Defense50%Italian Game: Two Knigh…48%Scandinavian Defense44%

  • Lightning reflexes in rapid exchanges
  • Love for surprising traps that catch even strong players off guard
  • A knack for turning losing positions into banana flavored comebacks
Bio last updated 2026-07-09