Martino Giurissevich

Martino Giurissevich (Giuri777)

Meet Martino Giurissevich, affectionately known in chess circles as Giuri777, a tenacious and unpredictable force on the 64 squares. Martino’s chess journey is a fascinating blend of persistence, tactical creativity, and a dash of delightful chaos that keeps opponents—and sometimes himself—on their toes.

Rating Rollercoaster

With a peak rapid rating soaring to 880 in late 2022 and a blitz high of 898 from December 2021, Martino has proven he can pack a punch when he’s firing on all cylinders. His bullet rating, though more modest at a max of 617, reflects his willingness to sprint into battles that often end with more heart than glory.

Martino’s chess style favors rapid and blitz games, where his psychological endurance and tactical flair shine. Nevertheless, recent bullet scores suggest he might sometimes bite off more than he can chew, but hey, nobody can accuse him of playing it safe!

Opening Adventures

A true adventurer, Martino loves to dip into the Scandinavian Defense and variations thereof, with a respectable 52.8% win rate in bullet using this tricky opening. He's also fond of the King's Pawn Opening and has a sweet spot for the less conventional Van 't Kruijs Opening, where his win rate pleasantly creeps above 54% in rapid games.

On the flip side, some openings like the Queen's Pawn Opening in bullet or the Modern Defense have given him a bit more headache with win rates dipping under 40%. But if there’s one thing Martino knows, it’s that every loss is just a setup for a comeback.

Playing Style & Psychology

• Martino is no quitter with a low early resignation rate of 2.01%. He fights until the end, often dragging games unusually long with an average 50+ moves for wins.
• His endgame skills are quite refined, with over half his games reaching that critical phase (55.63%).
• Known for his remarkable comeback ability, Martino bounces back from difficult positions nearly 7 out of 10 times!
• Beware the midnight hour! His best playing hour is at 00:00 when most competitors are asleep. Maybe that’s when his knight really starts hopping.
• Has a tilt factor of 8, so a few lost battles can get under his skin, but he always returns with renewed vigor.

Notable Records & Streaks

Giuri777 has experienced the highs of a 12-game winning streak—proof he can be absolutely unstoppable—and survived an 8-game losing streak, reminding us that even warriors face tough tides. His overall win record shows resilience, with a nearly balanced tally of wins and losses across all time controls, making him the scrappy underdog everyone loves to watch.

Recent Battles

In his most recent encounter on May 29, 2025, Martino (playing Black) sealed victory against satish_1981 with an impressive display of time pressure mastery, winning on time while navigating the Saragossa Opening and maintaining icy composure under the clock.

However, not all battles end in triumph—just minutes before, he lost a tight match to lauda72, falling victim to the French Defense and its cunning traps. Such is the life of Giuri777: thrilling, unpredictable, and never dull.

In Conclusion

Martino Giurissevich isn’t just a chess player; he’s a chess adventurer embracing every win, loss, and draw with enthusiasm and an ever-ready mind for the next challenge. Whether he's blitzing like a whirlwind or grinding through a rapid encounter, Martino’s journey is a rollercoaster of talent, grit, and quirky charm.

If chess had a “most entertaining underdog” award, Martino Giurissevich would be a strong contender. Keep an eye on Giuri777 — the knight who laughs best at adversity!