Profile: Valeriy Zhuk (aka drillovsky)
Title: FIDE Master
Valeriy Zhuk is not your average chess player. Known online as drillovsky, this FIDE Master has been blitzing opponents with a storm of strategy and sharp tactics since at least 2018. With a blitz peak rating soaring above 2560, Valeriy’s speed chess skills are nothing short of impressive.
Chess Journey and Style
Valeriy’s style suggests a relentless warrior who loves the endgame, demonstrated by an astonishing 79.57% frequency in endgame play – because why quit early when you can outwit your opponent long after most have surrendered? Even when facing adversity, this master’s comeback rate is an eye-popping 87.73%, backed up by a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece. It’s almost as if Valeriy plays chess like a thriller movie plot: just when you think it’s over, he’s already plotting the next move to win.
Speed Demon on the Clock
From bullet chess down to the blink-and-you'll-miss-it moves, Valeriy thrives. His blitz games count over 1,000, with a solid win rate hovering around 50%. But the real crowd-pleasers are in rapid and bullet formats, where Valeriy wins nearly 78% and 79% respectively. When the clock ticks down, Valeriy’s tactical awareness kicks into high gear—and his opponents better stay sharp.
Mind Games and Matchups
Highlights include a longest winning streak of 29 games—a chess legend in the making. Valeriy’s preferred day seems to be Wednesday, boasting a win rate above 62%, and his peak performances happen during evening hours—particularly 7 p.m. and 8 p.m.—when the brain is presumably powered up by coffee and sheer determination.
Noteworthy Opponents
While drillovsky has battled many, some opponents seem to evoke a particular spark:
- princesslider – nearly 60 battles between them, with Valeriy having the edge.
- maksimka_shish – 30 games fought and won on several occasions.
- Other rivals come and go, but many fall victim to Valeriy’s steady claw of strategy.
Fun Facts
- Valeriy’s early resignation rate is a humble 0.67%, proving that quitting early just isn’t in the FIDE Master’s DNA.
- Average moves per win hover at about 74, so be prepared to buckle up for a marathon, not a sprint.
- Psychologically, Valeriy maintains cool with a low tilt factor of 8 – a zen master in the heat of battle.
In the ever-evolving battlefield of chess, Valeriy Zhuk remains a steadfast gladiator armed with quiet confidence, a mesmerizing knack for comebacks, and a love for those long, grueling endgames. Opponents beware—when drillovsky sits down at the board, victory is never a given, but the thrill is guaranteed.