Davit Benidze - Grandmaster Extraordinaire
If chess had superheroes, Davit Benidze would be right up there, cape and all—but swap the cape for a chessboard and a never-ending supply of coffee. This Grandmaster, known in the chess world as GogiaMetutune, has transformed the 64 squares into a battlefield where every move tells a story of strategic brilliance and bold creativity.
Rating and Performance Highlights
Rising steadily through the ranks since 2021, Davit's bullet rating skyrocketed from a humble 1330 to a staggering peak of 3003 by April 2025. Blitz was no less impressive, hitting an all-time high of 3038 in mid-2025, proving that lightning-fast decisions and nerves of steel are part of their arsenal.
Not to be underestimated in rapid or daily formats, Davit holds solid peak ratings of 2799 and 1319 respectively, showing versatility beyond the blitz bullet storms.
Style and Strategies
With an average game lasting around 78 moves when victorious, Davit's style is the perfect blend of patience and power. Their disarmingly calm demeanor masks a relentless tactical awareness, boasting an impressive comeback rate of 82.89%—which basically means if you think you've got them cornered, think again. They even maintain a win rate above 57% after losing a piece, the quintessential sign of a fighter who thrives under pressure.
Psychologically, Davit is a tough competitor with a tilt factor of 11—meaning occasional frustrations don’t shake their focus much. The best time to catch them dominating the board? The wee hours around 1 AM, when creativity and calculation seem to peak.
Opening Repertoire
We won't spill all their secrets, but the stats reveal that Davit favors the enigmatic Top Secret opening (probably too secret to even tell you about here) with a solid win rate over 59% in bullet and an even more formidable 87% in rapid play. Other trusted weapons include the King's Indian Defense and English Opening Symmetrical Variation, which demonstrate a flair for both classical structures and hypermodern tactics.
Memorable Matches
On June 4th, 2025, in a game that would leave many scratching their heads, Davit brilliantly defeated “Mattechecetmatt” by resignation in a tense battle with the King’s Indian Defense – Normal Variation. The match showcased Davit’s deep understanding as they methodically outmaneuvered their opponent, finally delivering the knockout blow at move 61. You can revisit that masterpiece on Chess.com.
Head-to-Head and Rivals
Davit’s most frequent adversaries, like yellowfalmingo and manudavid2910, have encountered fierce competition in over 30 encounters each, with Davit maintaining a staunch winning edge. With an all-time blitz win record boasting over 523 wins, Davit has left many an opponent in tactical tears and strategic awe.
Fun Facts
- Davit's longest winning streak clocks in at a cool 16 games — a true hot streak on the gridiron of chess.
- Endgames? About 84% of their games go deep, proving they enjoy the cerebral marathons just as much as swift strikes.
- Despite the massive competitive success, their average moves per loss creep higher (87 moves), which means they’re never one to resign early—a noble trait for any gladiator of the board.
In short, Davit Benidze is not just a chess player; they’re a strategic virtuoso who’s carved a niche filled with dynamism, resilience, and a touch of mystery. For those who enjoy watching chess battles where the plot thickens with every move, Davit’s games are must-see events on the digital battlefield.