Gennady Kozlov is a FIDE Master whose chess journey blends steady technique with sharp instincts. They embrace daily chess practice and compete across Blitz, Rapid and Bullet with consistent energy. They earned the FIDE Master title from FIDE and maintain a playful, curious approach to the game.
For a quick glance at their trajectory, see the career charts:
Notable Blitz repertoire includes Nimzo-Larsen Attack: 481 games (274W-169L-38D, 56.96% win rate)
Extensive activity across Blitz, Rapid and Bullet with thousands of games recorded
Opening Style
Nimzo-Larsen Attack stands out as one of his most played Blitz openings
Balanced coverage across French Defense, Bird Opening, and other classical setups
Personality and Approach
Known for a disciplined routine, a sharp tactical eye, and a light-hearted streak in post-game commentary. A steadfast competitor who believes in daily practice, study, and a healthy dose of chess banter.
You’ve shown a strong grasp of several key opening ideas, especially in Nimzo-Larsen Attack and French Defense variations. The data shows solid results across those lines, which suggests your setup, piece placement, and plan in those structures are reliable. You’re comfortable creating activity for your pieces and converting typical middlegame chances when the position opens up in favorable directions.
In practical play, you’ve demonstrated practical resilience and a willingness to press in dynamic positions, which helps you convert small advantages into wins when your opponent is under pressure.
Areas to focus on for further improvement
Strengthen plans against less familiar defenses. The data shows a couple of losses in lines like English Opening and QGD Semi-Tarrasch. Build a compact, repeatable plan for those branches (early piece development, typical pawn breaks, and common middlegame ideas) so you don’t get caught in unfamiliar territory.
Improve transition to the middlegame in unfamiliar openings. Focus on creating a clear 2–3 move plan after the opening phase and keep your pieces aimed at your opponent’s weaknesses rather than only chasing tactical shots.
Endgame technique and conversion. With a few long games, practicing rook endings and minor-piece endings can help you convert advantages more reliably and reduce drawing chances when material becomes even.
Calculation discipline and blunder avoidance. In tight middlegames, maintain a short candidate-move routine (name 3 plausible moves, evaluate threats, and verify key tactical sequences) before committing to a move.
Concrete, actionable plan
Repertoire consolidation (2–3 weeks): Deepen your comfort with Nimzo-Larsen and French Defense lines. For each, prepare a short reference for the most common middle-game pawn structures and typical piece maneuvers. Create a one-page cheat sheet you can glance during games to confirm you’re following a sound plan against main deviations.
Targeted study for weaker openings (1–2 weeks): Pick the English Opening and QGD Semi-Tarrasch as focus areas. Learn 2 standard setups and 2 plan ideas for each so you can choose a clear path if your opponent avoids main lines.
Tactics and calculation (ongoing): Solve 15–20 puzzles per week with a focus on pattern recognition in middlegames. After solving, review the key ideas that led to the right moves and note any recurring beginner mistakes you’re making.
Endgame practice (2–4 weeks): Study rook endings with outside passed pawns and minor-piece endings. Practice converting small edge positions with a simple plan: activate the king, advance the most active rook, and trade into a favorable endgame only when it’s safe.
Post-game analysis routine (daily): After each daily game, write down one turning point where your plan could have been clearer, and one adjustment you’ll try next time in a similar position.
Weekly and monthly focus (starter plan)
Week 1–2: Repertoire consolidation for Nimzo-Larsen and French lines; create a 2-page reference for typical middlegame ideas in those openings.
Week 3: Tactics sprint—daily puzzles, with 1 longer tactical drill session on a weekend.
Week 4: Practice against English/QGD structures with a clear plan; review and compare two games from the week with a coach or engine at low depth to spot plan misalignments.
Quick post-game routine you can start today
Identify one turning point in each game (the moment your plan started to go off track or when a better plan emerged).
Note one improvement you would try in that moment next time you face a similar structure.
Record one endgame scenario you want to practice before your next game (for example, a rook ending with opposite-colored pawns).
Want a personalized study plan tailored to your current games? I can generate a focused schedule and practice set based on your typical responses and the openings you use most. If you’d like, you can share a few recent game logs and I’ll adapt the plan to those patterns. Gennady Kozlov
