Тамир Ганшид

Player Profile: Тамир Ганшид (Ganshid1102)

Meet Тамир Ганшид, aka Ganshid1102, a spirited chess enthusiast known for his rollercoaster rides on the rapid rating ladder. Starting from humble beginnings with ratings dipping below 200, Тамир soared to a peak rapid rating of 805 in May 2023 — a feat many dream about but few achieve without a caffeine boost and a lucky knight fork.

Тамир’s style? Imagine a daring tactician with a fondness for the Van ’t Kruijs Opening, boasting an impressive 80% win rate. This opening is so good in his hands, it almost feels like Тамир gave the knight a pep talk before every game. He’s also quite comfortable with the Scandinavian Defense and Bishop’s Opening Berlin Defense, each bringing him solid victories and a touch of classical swagger.

When it comes to time controls, Тамир loves the thrill of Rapid games, where he’s played over 800 matches, racking up 362 wins. Blitz and Bullet are like quick snacks for him — less than 100 games combined — but don’t underestimate his ability to shake things up quickly. His bullet best peaked at a still-respectable 711, proving he can blitz you off the board before you finish saying “queen’s gambit.”

Although his current rapid rating hovers around 600-700, Тамир’s journey is peppered with ups and downs, including a legendary 17-game losing streak that surely tested his resolve (and his mouse’s durability). Nevertheless, his comeback rate stands at a gutsy 70%, showing Тамир knows how to bounce back with style — a true chess warrior, or as some would say, a “knightmare” for his opponents.

One can’t ignore Тамир’s charming quirk: he often plays the move e4 aggressively and isn’t shy about mixing it up with surprising gambits and less orthodox lines, sometimes even resigning early—but hey, sometimes it’s just better to save your energy for the next game. His average moves per win hover around 50, indicating that patience is a part of his winning formula, even if there’s the occasional plot twist in between.

Off the board, Тамир is known for playing chess around 7 pm, said to be his "best time of day," when his brain switches into grandmaster mode, or maybe just his coffee kicks in. Despite a tilt factor of 17%, implying some games end with a bit of frustration, Тамир persists with the enthusiasm and determination of a true strategist.

His recent triumphs include a beautiful checkmate victory against gandol78 in June 2025, demonstrating his relentless attacking flair and mastery in the Scandinavian Defense closed variation. For those eager to dissect a game packed with sacrifices, tactical shots, and endgame finesse, Тамир’s matches are an entertaining study in resilience and creativity.

With a reputation for being a challenging opponent—especially to lattimorzul and enhbaatarochirbaatar—and a win rate above 80% against several rivals, Тамир’s climb up the chess ranks is nothing short of inspiring. Expect twists, turns, and perhaps a few surprises, as he continues to navigate the battlefield with pawns, knights, and occasional humor.

Watch out! Тамир might just play h4 to throw you off your game...

Highlights

• Peak Rapid Rating: 805 (May 2023)
• Favorite Openings: Van ’t Kruijs Opening (80% wins), Scandinavian Defense (60%), Bishop’s Opening Berlin Defense (54%)
• Longest Winning Streak: 8 games
• Longest Losing Streak: 17 games — the stuff legends are made of
• Comeback Rate: Nearly 70%, proving Тамир never gives up
• Preferred Time Control: Rapid, with an adventurous playing style and an average game length of about 50 moves

Recent Game Highlight

In a thrilling live rapid encounter, Тамир executed a stunning checkmate victory against gandol78 on June 4, 2025, showcasing his favorite Scandinavian Defense Closed Variation with precise tactical strikes leading to a swift ending at move 42.