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Yasser Seirawan GM

Username: GMYAZ

Location: Amsterdam

Playing Since: 2011-08-29 (Inactive)

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Daily: 1200
0W / 0L / 1D
Blitz: 2783
249W / 151L / 31D

GMYAZ: A Chess Maverick

Emerging onto the chess scene in 2011 with a modest blitz rating of 2154, GMYAZ has steadily carved out a reputation as a dynamic and innovative Blitz specialist. Over the years, he has demonstrated a remarkable ability to evolve, reaching notable peaks of 2783, and showcasing his growth through consistent performances in competitive play.

Known for his aggressive and resourceful play, GMYAZ has built an impressive record with an overall win-loss-draw ratio that speaks to his resilience on the board. With 556 wins in Blitz formats against 288 losses and 32 draws, his determination is further highlighted by a record-breaking winning streak of 21 games – a streak that continues to soar with his current momentum at 20 consecutive wins.

Not only does GMYAZ boast a formidable rating history, but his expansive opening repertoire is equally notable. From the nuances of the Queens Pawn Opening and Caro Kann Defense to exploring variations such as the Nimzo Indian and Pirc Defense, his deep understanding of multiple lines speaks volumes of his strategic adaptability. His versatility is evident; whether taking the initiative as white (with a win rate of nearly 68%) or fighting strategically as black (winning almost 59% of the time), GMYAZ's playing style is a perfect blend of tactical acumen and psychological resilience.

A closer look at his performance trends reveals a player who not only capitalizes on his strengths during peak hours—enjoying some of his best results in the evenings and on days like Thursday and Monday—but also a competitor who can rally from setbacks. With an impressive comeback rate of over 70% and a win rate exceeding 84% even after being down material, GMYAZ exemplifies the spirit of persistence and determination.

As he continues to challenge top-tier opponents, including high-profile names and recurring rivals in his most-played matchups, his journey stands as a testament to strategic versatility and unwavering competitive spirit in the modern era of blitz chess. The story of GMYAZ is one of constant evolution, marked by a passion for innovation and an unyielding dedication to the craft of chess.


🆚 Opponent Insights

Most Played Opponents
Hikaru Nakamura 26W / 27L / 0D View Games
Al Gonzalez 14W / 3L / 0D View Games
derrilackanjuna 12W / 5L / 0D View Games
Jose Martinez 8W / 7L / 1D View Games
Hugo ten Hertog 12W / 3L / 0D View Games

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2783
2024 2668
2023 2783
2022 2668
2020 2640
2019 2573
2018 2579
2017 2545
2013 1200
2011 2154
Rating by Year201120132017201820192020202220232024202527832154YearRatingBlitz

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 1W / 0L / 0D 2W / 0L / 0D 109.0
2024 5W / 0L / 0D 4W / 0L / 0D 48.3
2023 1W / 0L / 0D 4W / 0L / 0D 83.8
2022 2W / 0L / 1D 2W / 0L / 0D 78.0
2020 2W / 0L / 0D 3W / 0L / 1D 47.3
2019 45W / 19L / 0D 36W / 27L / 0D 14.7
2018 20W / 4L / 0D 15W / 7L / 1D 57.2
2017 215W / 97L / 19D 184W / 133L / 10D 64.8
2013 0W / 0L / 1D 0W / 0L / 0D 14.0
2011 8W / 0L / 0D 8W / 1L / 0D 64.5

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown 148 88 60 0 59.5%
Queen's Pawn Game 31 23 7 1 74.2%
London System Main Base Position with ...d5 18 12 6 0 66.7%
French Defense: Normal Variation 14 6 8 0 42.9%
Horwitz Defense 14 11 3 0 78.6%
Queen's Pawn Game: Accelerated London System 13 12 1 0 92.3%
Nimzowitsch-Larsen: 1...d5 2.Bb2 11 7 4 0 63.6%
Alekhine: Scandinavian Variation 10 6 4 0 60.0%
Indian: 2.Nc3 10 10 0 0 100.0%
Queen's Pawn: 2.Nf3 Bf5 9 7 2 0 77.8%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Modern Defense: Modern Pterodactyl 1 0 0 1 0.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 21 21
Losing 8 0
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