Ruslan Gadzhiev (Ga_R) - Candidate Master Extraordinaire
Meet Ruslan Gadzhiev, a chess warrior known on the battlefield of 64 squares as Ga_R. Proudly holding the Candidate Master title from FIDE, Ruslan is no stranger to the intensity and intellectual fireworks of chess combat.
With a rapid rating that has danced up to an impressive 2548 and a blitz peak rating nudging the world-class realm at 2995, Ruslan’s speed and precision make opponents’ knights quake in their boots. His style blends a penchant for deep endgames—he plays them in more than 86% of his games—with tactical awareness that boasts a comeback success rate approaching thrilling levels at 88.6%. If there's a way back from the brink, Ga_R will probably find it.
Not one to surrender easily, Ruslan’s psychological resilience is well noted—with a tilt factor of just 13 (chess tilt is real, but Ga_R handles it like a pro). He also has a curious habit of sometimes dipping his toes early into resignations, but hey, even the best have their funky quirks!
Not only does he dominate at rapid and blitz, but Ruslan has also clinched victories against formidable opponents, recently delivering a stunning checkmate victory in June 2025 against TorFredrikKaasen using the Sicilian Defense Taimanov variation—because who doesn’t love a bit of Sicilian spice?
His opening repertoire shows versatility and depth: while the French Defense Exchange Variation in rapid play has been a reliable friend with an outstanding win rate over 83%, his blitz games feature a deadly mix of Sicilian Defense Najdorf and even some enigmatic "Top Secret" lines (sounds mysterious, and it is).
Whether it’s early mornings or the prime hour of 6 PM—his best time to play—Ruslan's laser focus and sharp calculations keep him a formidable force in any arena. His record suggests he battles tirelessly, with epic streaks of 13 wins or tough stretches of 13 losses, truly a rollercoaster ride of grit and glory.
Outside the chessboard, Ruslan remains a mystery wrapped in an enigma, but one thing’s clear: when Ga_R logs on, chess fans better buckle up for some exhilarating games, strategic fireworks, and maybe even a blitzmasterclass in comeback skills.