Lubomir Ftacnik GM

Lubomir Ftacnik, Grandmaster Extraordinaire

Meet Lubomir Ftacnik, known in the chess realm as Ftacnikl — a fearless Grandmaster bestowed with one of the highest honors from FIDE. When he's not plotting his next brilliant move on the 64 squares, he’s probably contemplating why pawns can't just queen themselves automatically.

Rapid Rating Rocket

August 2020 marked a rapid chess high for Lubomir, hitting a peak rating of 2743 — a sky-high figure that speaks volumes about his tactical prowess. With an average rating of around 2605 over 19 games, he’s sharp and consistent, unless he's distracted by existential thoughts about bishops.

Style & Strategies

Ftacnikl’s style? Think marathon chess with a sprinkling of tactical fireworks. He averages over 82 moves when cruising to victory, truly savoring every step of the endgame, appearing in nearly 95% of his games. This guy fights till the very last pawn moves, proving patience really is a virtue.

And if you think he folds early — think again! Lubomir has a perfect 0% early resignation rate. He’s the kind of player who might just challenge checkmate to a duel... twice.

Tactical Tenacity and Comebacks

Ever heard of the comeback king? That’s Lubomir for you, boasting a 100% comeback rate after setbacks. Lost a piece? He still has a respectable 36.84% win rate afterward, demonstrating that chips off the board don’t mean chips off the pride.

Wins, Losses, and Draws

Out of 19 rapid games, he’s clinched 7 wins, absorbed 5 losses, and sealed 7 draws. The rapid format seems to suit him well, especially around 10 AM when his win rate hits a perfect 100%. So, if you want to beat him, maybe pick a different time.

Opening Mysteries

Lubomir keeps openings close to the chest with his top “Secret” opening, played 19 times, winning a solid 36.84% of those. But don't be fooled—his opponents don't get much breathing room!

Recent Battles

His latest victories include a graceful win by resignation at Chess.com against opponents like Snake71 and karabenemsius, showing that when Lubomir’s on form, even his clock management is lethal. Oh, and he once won on time too—which might just be the ultimate mic drop in rapid chess.

The Not-So-Golden Moments

Of course, every Grandmaster has battle scars. Lubomir faced tough lessons against players like GOGIEFF in the Grunfeld Defense and others, but it's all part of his epic chess saga.

In Summary

Lubomir Ftacnik is a chess warrior who mixes deep endgame wisdom with quick tactical bursts. An unyielding spirit on the battlefield of chess clocks, he’s a legend in his own right, balancing fierce competition with a dash of mystery and charm. Next time you face him, remember: the game isn’t over until Ftacnik says it is.