Гульдона Каримова - Woman International Master (WIM)
Meet Гульдона Каримова, also known in the chess world as Guldona_2007 — a player who turns the battlefield 64 squares wide into her personal stage! Earning the prestigious title of Woman International Master from FIDE, Гульдона has proven time and again that strategy is her secret weapon.
Blitz Wizardry
From a Blitz rating of 1739 in 2023, she skyrocketed to a peak rating of 2548 in 2024, keeping her position near the top with a solid 2453 in 2025. With an average Blitz win rate of 45.1% over more than 500 games played under the enigmatic opening "Top Secret" (which probably includes a few sneaky moves just for fun), she certainly knows how to keep her opponents guessing — and losing.
Bullet Battles
While Bullet chess hasn’t been her main playground, Гульдона still clocks solid performances with an average rating around 1893 and an intense win rate of around 22%. Not bad for lightning-fast decisions where milliseconds count!
Playing Style & Highlights
- Endgame magician: She dives deep into endgames, with an impressive 87.9% frequency, proving she can outlast and outwit until the very last move.
- Comeback queen: Сomes back from adversity with an incredible 88.7% success rate after setbacks — throwing a curveball at anyone hoping for an easy win.
- Speedy but thoughtful: Despite Blitz’s fast pace, her average winning games extend nearly 78 moves, showing patience and tactical depth.
Fun Facts
She’s never one to quit early—resigning prematurely only about 2% of the time—and maintains an almost mythical 100% win rate after losing a piece! Opponents beware: losing material is basically inviting her to ramp up the pressure.
Notable Rivalries
Гульдона has faced hundreds of challengers, with some oponents becoming frequent sparring partners. Among her favorite wins are perfect records against names like kmboor and diogenessinopeus, showcasing her unyielding spirit.
On and Off the Board
When she’s not strategizing over a board, rumor has it Гульдона might just be plotting world domination — or at least a suitably clever chess pun to amuse her fans. Either way, with a tilt factor of just 7, she keeps her cool under pressure, proving chess is not only a game of kings and queens but also of nerves of steel.
Keep an eye on this WIM, because Гульдона Каримова plays not just for points — she plays for legacy!