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Dmitrij Kollars GM

Username: GM_dmitrij

Location: Hamburg

Playing Since: 2016-03-11 (Active)

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Daily: 1188
1W / 1L / 0D
Rapid: 2586
42W / 33L / 37D
Blitz: 3014
22247W / 13112L / 3893D
Bullet: 3023
4544W / 3111L / 552D

Dmitrij Kollars - The Grandmaster with a Blitzing Flair

Dmitrij Kollars, known in the chess realm as GM_dmitrij, is a formidable Grandmaster who has dazzled opponents with rapid-fire moves and tactical wizardry. Awarded the prestigious FIDE Grandmaster title, Dmitrij’s chess career is a rollercoaster of brilliant victories, bold gambits, and razor-sharp endgames.

Playing Style and Strengths

Blessed with a 91.33% comeback rate, Dmitrij rarely throws in the towel, proving that determination is sometimes mightier than the queen. His games tend to last around 88 moves on wins and 95 moves on losses, indicating a deep strategic battle often settled in the endgame — which he frequents, as indicated by his impressive 87.87% endgame frequency.

Not one to resign early, Dmitrij’s early resignation rate is a humble 0.56%. He likes to keep things spicy and fights until the very last square, favoring dynamic, challenging play. Whether wielding white or black, his win rates of 58.32% and 54.03% respectively reflect his adaptability across the board.

Time Controls and Peak Ratings

  • Blitz: Peak rating of an astronomical 3207 in May 2023 — almost like he’s playing chess on rocket fuel.
  • Bullet: A staggering 3110 peak in December 2020, proving that speedy calculation is his bag.
  • Rapid: Solid performance with a peak of 2914 in August 2019.
  • Daily: Modest play here, with a peak rating of 1200 in 2017 (after all, who needs daily when you're blitzing to the top?).

Performance & Openings

With over 31,000 blitz games recorded, Dmitrij has a wealth of experience — winning over half of them with a solid 56% win rate on his favorite Unknown Opening. He's also quite lethal with the Giuoco Piano Game, boasting an 87.5% win rate! When it comes to bullet, his favorite "Top Secret" weapon yields a smashing 60.11% success. Clearly, Dmitrij’s openings keep opponents guessing — and sweating.

Notable Stats & Quirks

Dmitrij’s longest winning streak stretches to a mind-boggling 31 games, and despite the occasional setback (longest losing streak of 17), his current winning streak of 4 games shows he’s still on the ascent. His psychological tilt factor hovers at a manageable 17 — so while he may get visibly frustrated, he never lets it throw off his game for too long.

The Grandmaster thrives in the early morning hours, with his best time to play being around 08:00 — perfect for coffee-fueled brilliance. He paradoxically performs best playing around 8 AM and picks his toughest battles when others are still dreaming.

Recent Highlights

In his latest victory, GM_dmitrij demonstrated a classic display of precision and patience, winning by resignation against bancsoo in a tense Pirc Defense, finishing the game in just 31 moves. A recent defeat caught by a checkmate from ShazilTheGOAT2006 reminds us even grandmasters have their off days — but you’ll rarely see Dmitrij out of the fight!

Famous Opponents

Dmitrij has tangled with top talents such as danielnaroditsky and nihalsarin, holding his own with respectable win rates. Against some online regulars, his win rate soars as high as 100% — either a good sign or a warning that you might want to avoid playing him blindfolded.

In Conclusion

From blistering bullet games to strategic marathon blitz battles, Dmitrij Kollars is a chess player who combines speed, strategy, and stubbornness with a dash of flair. When he’s not outwitting opponents across digital chessboards, he’s probably considering his next opening surprise or plotting how to break his own records. Watch this grandmaster at play — blink, and you might miss the winning move!


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Overall Performance

Dmitrij, your recent rating gain of 83 points over one to six months is a clear indicator of your steady progress in bullet games. Maintaining a strength-adjusted win rate close to 50% is solid, especially considering the competitive level you’re playing at.

Recent Wins

Your recent wins showcase strong opening preparation and tactical awareness. For example:

  • You effectively handled the English Opening, maintaining control and counterattacking decisively.
  • In the Kings Indian Defense games, your patience and strategic maneuvering paid off against aggressive enemies.
  • Several wins concluded with superior endgame technique, especially in simplified positions where you converted small advantages like pawn structure and active king placement.

Keep up this balance between opening knowledge and endgame proficiency, as it’s a key factor in bullet games.

Areas for Improvement

Your recent losses suggest areas where you can focus to improve further:

  • Handling pressure in sharp Sicilian positions: Some losses occurred in Open Sicilian lines where timely counterplay and pawn breaks could be better leveraged.
  • Preventing opponent infiltration: Make sure to maintain control over critical squares and watch for infiltration tactics, especially in the mid-to-late middlegame when the position is still complex.
  • Time management in complex endgames: Time pressure likely contributed to game outcomes — balancing speed with accuracy will boost your results.

Focusing training sessions on tactical alertness and defensive play in these critical moments will be beneficial.

Opening Recommendations

You are playing a range of solid openings, including the English Opening, Kings Indian Defense, and Four Knights Game. To continue improving your bullet results:

  • Deepen your repertoire understanding in these lines, especially common tactical motifs and typical pawn structures.
  • Explore faster development and active piece play options to maximize initiative in bullet time controls.
  • Consider reviewing game segments where you faced early pressure to find improvements in move-order or defensive resources.

Final Thoughts

Your consistent rating growth and competitive performances illustrate a strong foundation. Bullet games demand a combination of lightning-fast calculation, intuition, and practical decision-making. Balancing these with continued focus on your openings and endgame technique will push your level even higher.

Reviewing specific moments from your losses with an eye toward sharper defense and resourcefulness against aggressive opponents may yield immediate improvements. Keep training your tactical vision to maintain confidence in fast-paced games.



🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
Mattechecetmatt 2W / 0L / 0D View
kingombu 1W / 1L / 0D View
MaWrld0 9W / 17L / 3D View
s1mple_007 34W / 3L / 2D View
Tuan Minh Le 15W / 33L / 8D View
Anish Giri 0W / 1L / 1D View
Alexander Grischuk 7W / 13L / 5D View
Matthias Bluebaum 45W / 72L / 18D View
Jose Martinez 55W / 86L / 20D View
Jeffery Xiong 3W / 4L / 2D View
Most Played Opponents
Fidel Corrales Jimenez 291W / 224L / 37D View Games
Daniel Naroditsky 141W / 289L / 58D View Games
Vahap Sanal 190W / 163L / 44D View Games
Vincent Keymer 134W / 141L / 44D View Games
Aleksei Sarana 112W / 170L / 30D View Games

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 3023 3050
2024 3073 3046 2586
2023 2978 2908 2610
2022 2958 3042 2698
2021 3036 2953
2020 3102 2938 2463 1188
2019 2714 2872 2911
2018 2737 2754
2017 2614 2667 2491 1200
2016 2426
Rating by Year201620172018201920202021202220232024202531021188YearRatingBulletBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 1316W / 620L / 179D 1205W / 690L / 205D 95.3
2024 1799W / 704L / 251D 1670W / 853L / 226D 94.1
2023 1548W / 629L / 198D 1428W / 740L / 219D 93.6
2022 1298W / 508L / 177D 1230W / 590L / 155D 92.8
2021 1020W / 435L / 166D 930W / 534L / 163D 95.1
2020 1563W / 910L / 293D 1421W / 1048L / 338D 94.7
2019 2578W / 1697L / 466D 2421W / 1894L / 456D 93.2
2018 1815W / 1422L / 327D 1724W / 1527L / 314D 91.2
2017 734W / 467L / 141D 658W / 561L / 140D 92.9
2016 29W / 13L / 4D 25W / 18L / 3D 89.8

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Caro-Kann Defense 1697 1020 520 157 60.1%
Blackburne Shilling Gambit 1026 560 360 106 54.6%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 933 541 293 99 58.0%
Italian Game: Two Knights Defense 865 503 294 68 58.1%
London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation 843 510 252 81 60.5%
Ruy Lopez: Brix Variation 838 494 252 92 59.0%
Amar Gambit 834 433 323 78 51.9%
Modern 721 376 276 69 52.1%
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 651 322 260 69 49.5%
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation 639 421 163 55 65.9%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 588 318 233 37 54.1%
Amar Gambit 421 210 177 34 49.9%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 387 210 150 27 54.3%
East Indian Defense 271 136 113 22 50.2%
Alekhine Defense 268 137 112 19 51.1%
Modern 235 132 92 11 56.2%
English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense 224 129 79 16 57.6%
Caro-Kann Defense 219 135 69 15 61.6%
Barnes Defense 203 115 78 10 56.6%
King's Indian Attack 189 92 82 15 48.7%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Barnes Opening: Walkerling 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Four Knights Game: Spanish Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 31 2
Losing 17 0
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