Farokh Soleimani (aka Farough199)
Meet Farokh Soleimani, a rapid-fire tactician with a penchant for tricky openings and a convincing flair for rapid chess dominance. While Farokh’s blitz and bullet games often resemble rollercoaster rides—sometimes soaring to dizzying peaks and other times plunging precipitously—his rapid games reveal the true depth of his strategy and cunning.
Rating Highlights
- Peak Rapid Rating: A stunning 597 achieved in May 2025, proving that patience truly pays off.
- Peak Blitz Rating: 328, a solid testament to tactical sharpness under fire.
- Peak Bullet Rating: A respectable 259, showing quick reflexes but still room for bullet brilliance!
Playing Style
Farokh is not one to resign easily—only around 4% early resignations—preferring to fight to the bitter end. He thrives in endgames with a frequency of 57%, suggesting a keen eye for those late-game nuances others overlook. White or Black, Farokh’s win rates are nearly balanced (48% as White, 46% as Black), showing that he’s comfortable in any color battle.
Tactical Prowess & Psychology
With a comeback rate of 71%, Farokh is your classic never-say-die player, turning the tables even when the odds—and pieces—aren't in his favor. However, losing piece doesn’t guarantee doom but cuts the win rate to around 41%. And beware the tilt: at a factor of 9, Farokh might just throw his queen in rage if things don’t go his way!
Favorite Openings & Strategies
Queens Pawn Opening Accelerated London System is a favored battleground, boasting a neat 57% win rate in blitz, and similar success in rapid. Farokh also frequently deploys variations of the King's Pawn opening with solid results. The Scandinavian Defense isn’t just a fancy opening name here—it’s a reliable weapon with a 62% rapid win rate. If you face him, prepare for well-rounded and tested setups.
Recent Adventures on the 64 Squares
June 2025 has been a mixed bag: crushing victories by resignation or game abandonment (sometimes because opponents can’t handle the pressure!) and bitter defeats by checkmate or time pressure. But Farokh’s fighting spirit shines—he keeps bouncing back with improved ratings and a current blitz rating above 300.
Fun Facts & Quirks
- Best Time to Play: 3 AM (yes, Farokh is definitely a night owl or a chess wizard fueled by moonlight)
- Longest Winning Streak: 11 games—enough to strike fear into any opponent’s heart.
- Average Moves Per Win: Around 52 moves—he enjoys a good strategic battle, savoring every twist and turn.
- Most Played Opponent Win Rate: Impressively, Farokh holds 100% against several familiar rivals; some say he’s unbeatable when he knows your style!
In summary, Farokh Soleimani is a tenacious chess gladiator who can blunder with the best but bounce back like a champ. His journey is marked by steady improvement, tactical bravery, and an uncanny ability to find victory when it counts. If you encounter “Farough199” online, prepare for a battle marked by rich strategy, lively openings, and an underdog spirit that refuses to quit.
