About Omer Akkara
Omer Akkara, a formidable Candidate Master recognized by FIDE, is a dynamic chess player known for his prowess, especially in faster time controls like blitz and bullet. With a peak blitz rating soaring to an impressive 2799 in July 2025, Omer has demonstrated exceptional skill and resilience on the board.
Playing Style & Strengths
Omer's style reflects a deep understanding of chess tactics and strategic endgame play. Not shy of complex battles, he enjoys lengthy games with an average of about 80 moves per win and 87 moves per loss, showing tenacity and endurance.
- High tactical awareness with a remarkable 81.5% comeback rate after setbacks.
- Strong endgame skills, appearing in more than 81% of his games.
- Patient and mentally tough — an early resignation rate of just 5.7%.
- Known for some dazzling performances with openings like the Four Knights Game and Sicilian Defense.
Favorite Openings
Omer shows a diverse opening repertoire, with notable performances in:
- Blitz Favorites: Four Knights Game, Sicilian Defense, Caro-Kann Defense (Exchange Variation), and French Defense.
- Bullet Specials: Sicilian Defense with an 80% win rate, the Blackburne Shilling Gambit (a cheeky choice with 100% wins!), and Caro-Kann Defense.
Noteworthy Achievements
- Peak blitz rating: 2799 (July 19, 2025)
- Peak bullet rating: 2644 (July 14, 2025)
- Longest winning streak: An impressive 15 games in a row
- Played over 1600 blitz games with more wins than losses in competitive settings
Fun Facts
- Omer's best time to play is around midnight — with a staggering 90.9% win rate at 12:00 AM. Late night genius or just a night owl?
- Despite a strong professional approach, he has a tilt factor of 11, proving even top players have their moments!
- Enjoys surprising opponents with tricky gambits like the Blackburne Shilling Gambit in bullet games, where he's undefeated so far.
Rivalries & Opponents
Omer has faced many tough opponents repeatedly, showcasing his competitive spirit:
- omarblackland: Played 85 games, with a close record of 42 wins to 39 losses.
- e4c50-1ez: Dominant with 54 wins against 6 losses over 65 games.
- urasakgul: Strong performance holding 44 wins in 60 games.