Sándor Pásztor

Sándor Pásztor (aka "fintikus")

Meet Sándor Pásztor, a chess enthusiast whose games could best be described as a thrilling rollercoaster of strategy and suspense. Known in the digital chess world by the charming username "fintikus", Sándor has been battling on the 64 squares since at least 2013, steadily climbing the rating ladder like a true strategic warrior.

Specializing in blitz and bullet chess, Sándor has faced tens of thousands of opponents with an impressive balance: over 33,000 wins in blitz and nearly 15,200 victories in bullet games. His peak ratings are quite respectable too—peaking at 2292 in blitz (back in mid-2022) and reaching a swift 2228 in bullet as recently as January 2025. It’s clear that Sándor is no stranger to the fast and furious world of quickfire chess.

His playing style is equally fascinating: while he’s never one to give up easily—demonstrated by a comeback rate topping 78%—he does have a known “tilt factor” of 17. A human after all! Interestingly, Sándor’s best chess hours are in the afternoon, especially around 3 PM, when his tactical mind seems refreshingly sharp and unpredictable.

Among his favorite openings in bullet games, the Slav Defense truly shines, boasting a win rate of nearly 66%. The Budapest Gambit and the French Defense Exchange also bring out the warrior in him, with win percentages flirting with 60-70%. But much like any great chess player, Sándor enjoys mixing things up – after all, variety is the spice of chess!

With an average of 76 moves per win and 70 moves per loss in his games, most opponents know they’re in for a marathon battle requiring both wit and stamina. Despite occasional losses, Sándor has shown remarkable consistency over the years, never shy to take calculated risks or dive deep into long endgames, which he frequents around 81% of the time.

Notable Stats & Fun Facts:

• Total Blitz Wins: 33,617
• Total Blitz Losses: 32,088
• Total Bullet Wins: 15,180
• Longest Winning Streak: 16 games
• Longest Losing Streak: 17 games (ouch... but who hasn’t?)
• Favorable game termination? Resignation - both wins and losses

Recent Triumph

Sándor’s recent games illustrate his mastery: in one dramatic encounter, playing under the alias "fintikus," he secured victory with a graceful resignation from his opponent. Another match shows his deadly precision, winning by checkmate in a complex Queen’s Pawn Opening against a resilient adversary.

Whether racing against the clock or grinding through lengthy endgames, Sándor’s passion for chess shines through impeccably. A blend of steadfast determination, momentary bursts of brilliance, and a hint of human unpredictability make him a fun, fierce, and formidable foe at any time of day.

If you ever want to join him for a game, just remember:
“Don’t get distracted by his username—it's just a mask for pure tactical genius!”