Frank Yakubboev

Profile Summary: Frank Yakubboev (aka gilheim)

Meet Frank Yakubboev, a chess player whose ratings have been on a rollercoaster ride with a twist of brilliance and a pinch of unpredictability! Rising steadily from modest beginnings with Rapid ratings starting around 700 in 2015, Frank has ascended to a peak Rapid rating of 1807 in June 2025—a milestone journey where patience and persistence are his loyal pawns.

Known online as gilheim, Frank’s blitz battles reveal a fierce competitor with a max rating pushing past 1900 in October 2023, showcasing his lightning-fast calculation and tactical prowess. His bullet games, although more of a battlefield, boast a respectable high of 1706, proving that even when the clock is against him, Frank dances elegantly with the chaos.

Frank’s playing style is an entertaining mix: he has a surprisingly low early resignation rate of 1.82%, indicating he’s not one to throw in the towel early—even when his knight is lost or the position looks grim. With an 80.88% comeback rate and a penchant for endgames (appearing in 63.37% of his games), he’s the kind of player who can stretch a losing position into a proverbial cliffhanger that keeps spectators on the edge of their seats.

When it comes to openings, Frank doesn't shy away from complexity. He owns a formidable 75% win rate with the Scotch Game in Rapid, and a dazzling 77.78% success with King's Pawn openings, proving he's more comfortable than a cat on a warm chessboard. Meanwhile, his Polish Opening performances are statistically solid but with just enough unpredictability to keep his opponents guessing!

Intriguingly, Frank is most dangerous at 7 AM, claiming it his BestTimeOfDayToPlay—perhaps those early morning rook moves are fueled by a secret stash of coffee or sheer morning wisdom. His win rates throughout the week hover around the 50% mark, proving consistency amid chaos, and with a notable 75% win rate at 7 AM, challenge any Monday blues when you meet him online!

Psychologically, Frank might have a tilt factor of 12 (he’s human after all), but his resilience makes up for it. He’s lost a few battles, sure, but never his humor or charm over the chessboard. His favorite termination? Resignations—and not because he’s faint-hearted, but because sometimes surrendering with style is best.

Frank’s recent win on June 2, 2025, was a dazzling demonstration of technique and timing against EdwinC16, closing the game by resignation after a fierce endgame dance involving knights, rooks, and well-timed sacrifices. It’s safe to say this player is not just about moving pieces but creating stories in every game!

Whether you face him as “gilheim” or just hear the tales of his daring tactical escapades, Frank Yakubboev is a spirited player to admire, challenge, and laugh with over the chessboard. Here’s to many more games filled with thrilling forks, sneaky pins, and the occasional king hunt!