Meet Georgios Souleidis
Georgios Souleidis is a FIDE International Master who has turned online blitz into a personal playground. Since 2016 he has played tens of thousands of blitz games, building a reputation as a fearless, attacking player. His blitz rating has climbed from the mid 2300s to a staggering 2852 (2026-07-10), proof that hard work and an endless appetite for games pay off. His opening tastes range from the razor sharp Sicilian Defense to the quirky Bird Opening, and he is never afraid to play something offbeat.
A Repertoire Built on e4
As White, Souleidis almost always opens with 1.e4. He is happiest in the sharp lines of the Sicilian Defense and has scored heavily with the Bishop's Opening: Horwitz Gambit. He also handles the Caro-Kann Defense with confidence on both sides of the board. His opening win rate chart shows just how dangerous he can be when the game heads into his favorite territory.
Rivalries That Define a Career
Long term rivalries are the heart of any great online chess career. Nobody has faced Georgios more than Vjacheslav Weetik, with 62 meetings. He has also clashed repeatedly with Orest Vovk, Angelo Etienne, and fritzischach_twitch. These regular battles against strong opposition have helped him sharpen his game and keep his competitive edge.
The Comeback King
The numbers show a player who never gives up. Georgios once rattled off 23 straight wins, and his comeback rate sits near 89 percent. Even after losing a piece, he wins more than half of the time. Interestingly, his best hours are around 2 AM. Whether that makes him a night owl or just someone who enjoys the quiet, the results speak for themselves.
A Blitz Specialist at Heart
While he has tried rapid, daily, and bullet chess, blitz is where Georgios truly shines. With more than 10,000 blitz wins to his name, he has become one of the most active and dangerous blitz players on the platform. His blitz rating history shows years of steady improvement, with occasional spikes into elite territory. The chart below tells the story of a player who simply loves the fast lane.