Yurii Khodko (aka Gangsterrito)
FIDE Master Extraordinaire & Blitz Warrior
Once upon an 8x8 battlefield, Yurii Khodko, better known by their online moniker Gangsterrito, emerged not just as a skilled tactician but as a force to be reckoned with in the blitz arena. Earning the prestigious title of FIDE Master from the global chess authority FIDE, Yurii blends deep strategic understanding with lightning-fast calculation — a combo that’s made opponents sweat and queens tremble.
Rating & Performance Highlights
- Peak Blitz Rating: 2785 (January 2025) — yes, crossing 2700 in blitz is no joke!
- Peak Rapid Rating: 2248 (December 2024)
- Peak Bullet Rating: 2399 (July 2024)
With a blitz win rate comfortably hovering above 56% overall, Yurii doesn’t just play fast — they play smart. Their lightning battles have tallied over 248 wins and 166 losses, proving persistence even when the clock is merciless. Notably, in bullet chess, Yurii scores an impressive ~86% win rate, showing that speed and precision are their best friends.
Playing Style & Secrets of Success
Yurii has a taste for the complex and the clandestine, favoring the enigmatic “Top Secret” openings more than most dare to explore — racking up over 430 blitz games with this mysterious repertoire. Their endgame prowess shines, with endgames appearing in nearly 85% of their victories, boasting an average winning game of nearly 80 moves, meaning this maestro loves the long, grinding battles as much as the quick tactical fireworks.
Although an early resignation rate of under 10% suggests they never quit quickly, Yurii's mindset is a cocktail of resilience and tactical wizardry — an awesome 86% comeback rate when behind on material. So, if you think you've nabbed a piece, think again — Yurii often flips the tables with calculated flair.
Quirks & Fun Facts
- Best time to challenge him: 1 PM sharp, where Yurii boasts a perfect 100% win rate. Afternoon naps for opponents, maybe?
- A remarkably low tilt factor of 5 means you won't catch Yurii raging after a loss — calm and tactical, like a true grandmaster in spirit!
- Capable of crushing foes regardless of color — almost equal win rates with white (58.6%) and black (58.4%), so no advantage is left unused.
Recent Chess Chronicles
Yurii recently dazzled the chess world by checkmating Midgardsormur in a tense Endgame Thriller featuring the English Opening: Fianchetto Ultra Symmetrical Line. The finesse with which Yurii weaved the final mating net was an artful execution of patience and tactical foresight.
Even masters have their off days — the recent loss to the formidable penguingm1 using the Scotch Game Goring Gambit Declined shows that even Gangsterrito's fortress can sometimes be breached. But hey, every defeat is just a setup for a newer, deadlier game!
Legacy & Online Presence
To the chess community, Gangsterrito is not just a username but a legend in blitz and bullet spheres. Always prepared to engage, outwit, and sometimes baffle with unexpected lines, Yurii symbolizes the joy of eternal learning and chess innovation.
Whether you’re a hopeful challenger or a fellow tactician, beware — underestimating Yurii Khodko means stepping into a game where every second counts, every move threatens, and every game leaves you hungry for a rematch.