Biography
David Bennett is a titled chess player who earned the FIDE Candidate Master title. A quick-thinking tactician with a love for fast time controls, he has built a reputation as a confident, creative opponent who thrives in the tempo-rich world of Bullet chess.
Known for his playful on-board banter and fearless approach to dynamic positions, David treats every game as a micro-adventure. He maintains a busy schedule across online and over-the-board events, always chasing sharp ideas and clever finishes.
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Career Highlights
- Candidate Master title from FIDE.
- Peak Bullet rating around 2308 (achieved in 2020).
- Longest documented winning streak of 35 games.
- Notable strength in fast time controls, with consistent performance across Daily, Rapid, Bullet, and Blitz events.
Playing Style and Time Controls
David favors speed with a penchant for aggressive, tactical lines and resilient endgames. His preferred format is Bullet, where rapid decisions and sharp calculation come to the fore.
He carries a broad openings repertoire that sustains pressure in the early middlegame, then converting momentum with precise techniques.
Openings and Tactical Preferences
Across rapid play, his top-performing openings include the Amar Gambit, Nimzo-Larsen Attack, and Scandinavian Defense, among others. In Bullet, he demonstrates a strong command of the Nimzo-Larsen Attack, English Opening, and Amar Gambit, often steering games into fast, tactical skirmishes.
- Rapid highlights: Amar Gambit, Nimzo-Larsen Attack, Scandinavian Defense, French Defense, Caro-Kann Defense.
- Bullet favorites: Nimzo-Larsen Attack, English Opening, Amar Gambit, Bird Opening.
Notable Achievements and Profile
David’s career spans a broad spectrum of time controls, with peak performances in both Bullet and Rapid formats. A long-standing competitor on the scene, he’s celebrated for his resilience and creative courage on the clock.
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