Leonid Gorin IM

Leonid Gorin

International Master of Blitz Wizardry

Leonid Gorin, known in the chess circles as Gorin_Leonid, is an International Master with a dazzling penchant for blitz chess. With a peak blitz rating soaring around the 2700 mark, Leonid is what you'd call a speed demon on the 64 squares—think lightning with a side of strategic thunder.

Leonid's blitz journey began with humble ratings around 1800 in 2020 but quickly skyrocketed, averaging over 2600 in subsequent years. Not one to shy away from a challenge, Leonid has played an astonishing 8,000+ blitz games, winning nearly half, and maintaining a solid 49.9% win rate in what appears to be his secret "Top Secret" opening—a mysterious weapon that keeps opponents guessing.

His rapid chess adventures might not shine as brightly, with ratings hovering in the 1900-2200 range and a more modest win rate, but hey, who said all heroes wear capes in every time control?

A Glimpse into Gameplay & Personality

• Longest Winning Streak: 10 consecutive wins, proving he's got stamina beyond speed.
• Average Moves Per Win: About 77 moves, showing patience and willingness to outlast even in fast games.
• Endgame Frequency: A hefty 84%, Leonid loves digging deep into the battle's final phases.
• Comeback King: An incredible 90% comeback rate after tough spots, because giving up is not in his vocabulary.
• Win Rate After Losing a Piece: 100% — now that's what you call tactical wizardry and pure grit.
• Tilt Factor: 8 out of 100. Leaning towards Zen but still human – some blunders here and there make Leonid relatable.

Leonid's psychological resilience in blitz is legendary. Lose a piece? No problem! Leonid turns around games with a brain full of tricks and nerves of steel, refusing to let misfortune decide his fate. His style mixes patience with explosiveness, not uncommon for a player who often battles deep into the endgame despite the blazing pace of blitz chess.

On the Board and Off

When not making queens in under ten moves, Leonid enjoys a healthy dose of unpredictability. His opponents range from absolute beginners to serious contenders, and while some have 0% chance against his skill (looking at you, multiple opponents who never scored a win), others manage to sneak past—showing that even Leonid's cloak of "Top Secret" openings has its shadows.

Whether it’s Saturday night blitz or early morning shark mode (6 AM with a 58% win rate, no less), Leonid keeps his cool and pounds out moves like a machine with a mischievous grin. If you ever find yourself playing him, brace yourself for a rollercoaster ride filled with razor-sharp tactics, relentless endgames, and maybe a cheeky resignation or two (after all, why drag it when you know you lost?).