Gabriela Koskoska (aka GabKos) - Woman International Master
Known on the chessboard as GabKos, Gabriela Koskoska is a fearless tactician and a savvy strategist who proudly carries the title of Woman International Master awarded by FIDE. With a chess career marked by steadfast dedication and impressive statistics, she has carved a niche for herself in the fast-paced world of Bullet, Blitz, and Rapid chess.
Rating & Performance Highlights
- Her Blitz rating peaked at an impressive 2191 in 2022, showcasing her lightning-fast calculations and nerves of steel.
- In Bullet chess, Gabriela’s top score soared to 2056 in 2020, where she maintained an undefeated streak with 3 wins in as many games. (Take that, speed demons!)
- Rapid chess is her playground of precision, boasting a flawless 100% win rate in her recorded games, peaking at 2169.
Playing Style & Strategic Insight
GabKos prefers long, strategic battles with an average of 69 moves per win, proving patience is her secret weapon. She’s a master of comebacks with an 86% success rate after setbacks, and legendary for winning every game even after losing a crucial piece (yes, a 100% rate!). Early resignation? Almost unheard of — she sticks to the fight with a mere 2.8% early resign rate.
Records & Rivalries
Facing hundreds of opponents, GabKos has some clear favorites (on the victim list!): she’s undefeated against merikard, alex59150, and jerzy2, to name a few. Conversely, a couple of challengers like herewecomes1 and midedu have managed to outwit her — but hey, even the best have off days!
Fun Facts & Trivia
- Longest winning streak? A remarkable 11 consecutive victories. Not too shabby for one who plays speed chess!
- Best hour to catch her in full force? Around 1 PM and 5 PM with win rates soaring above 75%.
- Despite crushing opponents on board, her psychological tilt factor sits comfortably low at 5 — showing she’s as cool as a grandmaster glove.
Whether blitzing through opponents at breakneck speed or patiently maneuvering into the perfect endgame, Gabriela Koskoska embodies the spirit of chess: a blend of art, science, and occasionally, a dash of magic. Keep an eye on GabKos — she’s got plenty more checkmates up her sleeve!