Fatih Hutunluoğlu - The Tactical Maverick aka Garez37
Fatih Hutunluoğlu, known on the virtual 64-square battlefield as Garez37, is a chess player whose journey is as dynamic as his rapid rating history. From a promising peak rapid rating of 753 in August 2021 to a recent challenging comeback in 2025, Fatih's chess adventures tell a story of grit, growth, and a dash of unpredictability.
His style? Let’s just say he’s that player who can happily resign early 12.87% of the time (because who wants to drag out a hopeless position?), yet possess a remarkable 68.78% comeback rate that leaves opponents questioning their life choices. Whether it’s grinding it out in an intense endgame or launching a surprise attack, Fatih averages around 43 moves in wins, proving he knows how to make every move count.
When it comes to openings, Fatih has a top secret favorite—literally named "Top Secret"—appearing in over 700 rapid games with a stubborn 47.03% win rate, accompanied by a diverse range of daring gambits like the Scandinavian Defense (62.5% win rate) and the flawless Van't Kruijs Opening boasting a perfect 100% record in 5 games. Queens Pawn Opening? Well, let’s just say it’s his nemesis with no wins out of 5 battles.
Fatih’s psychological game is interesting too—he’s got a low tilt factor of 8 and prefers playing at the oddest of hours like 3 AM, when the sleep-addled brain might just outwit the fully rested opponent. He wins most reliably on Fridays and has his sharpest moments around 9 AM and 6 AM, which might explain his all-nighter chess spikes!
His résumé is peppered with thrilling victories; just recently, he pulled off a dazzling checkmate using the Van't Kruijs Opening, dispatching his opponent with surgical precision in just 10 moves. But like any mortal warrior, he’s experienced losses too, learning valuable lessons against his toughest rivals such as CropDustin1 and MarioGreenChessMaster.
With a total of 426 wins and 443 losses in rapid games, plus a rare but undefeated streak in daily chess, Fatih Hutunluoğlu embodies the spirit of resilience and passion. Whether you encounter Garez37 on the board or hear about his exploits, one thing is clear: this player’s journey through the chess cosmos is full of surprises, strategy, and a touch of humor.
