Filip Rasti - The Relentless Tactician
Filip1228, known to his opponents as a fierce competitor on the virtual chess battlefield, is a player whose rating journey resembles a thrilling rollercoaster rather than a quiet stroll in the park. With a peak Blitz rating nudging just over 1060 in April 2025, and an impressive Bullet peak hitting 1346 back in October 2022, Filip embodies the spirit of a fighter who knows when to strike fast and when to think twice—although sometimes, mostly to strike fast!
Starting from humble beginnings scoring below 900 in Blitz during 2019, Filip has steadily climbed the ranks, displaying a knack for returning from setbacks with an 80% comeback rate—because who said losing pieces means losing heart? Never Filip! His games average around 59 moves when victorious, proving that patience and endurance are just as important as tactical sharpness.
Filip’s favorite battlefield seems to be the Blitz and Bullet arenas, where his speed chess skills shine brightest. He’s no stranger to the Sicilian Defense (specifically the Open Accelerated Dragon Modern Variation in Blitz with a juicy 75% win rate), and loves to challenge opponents with timely tactical plays. While his win rate against higher-rated foes is modest (under 20%), he dominates when facing players ranked below him, winning nearly 68% of those encounters.
When it comes to openings, Filip’s adventurous spirit shows strong preferences:
- Blitz: Sicilian Defense Open with a 66.7% success rate and the spicy Accelerated Dragon variation at 75%
- Bullet: He’s quite the fan of the Van 't Kruijs Opening breaking even with a 51% win rate and the Scandinavian Defense variations standing strong
- Rapid: Italian Game holds special charm boasting an 80% win rate, proving that the classics remain timeless in his playbook
Filip’s psychological resilience stands out with a tilt factor of 35—so he knows losing stings, but it only drives him harder. He finds his best form playing around 11 AM, proving that mornings aren’t just for coffee, but for checkmates too.
Among notable games, his most recent victory was a beautiful checkmate using the English Opening (Reversed Sicilian Closed) against Alemnew on April 13, 2025—showing that Filip isn’t just about brute speed, but strategic finesse as well.
Despite the tough losses and lengthy losing streaks (he’s wrestled through a 35-game slide!), Filip’s current winning streak of two games hints at a resurgence that might surprise many. Whether it's time trouble or long endgames, this player fights until the last move with an endgame frequency over 56%.
In short, Filip1228 is more than just a player — he's a chess gladiator, balancing sharp openings, stubborn defense, and tactical wizardry with a dash of humor. Next time you face him, be prepared for fireworks and a game that might last just long enough to make you question all your moves!