Baqer Hameed Khalaf Al-Musawi, Candidate Master
Baqer Hameed Khalaf Al-Musawi, better known online as Hakona_Mateta, is a FIDE Candidate Master with a serious love for bullet chess. His username might suggest a carefree "no worries" attitude, but his play tells a different story: sharp, resilient, and always pushing for counterplay. He has reached a bullet peak of 2305 (2026-05-08) and built a reputation as someone who thrives when the clock is running low.
At a Glance
- Online handle: Hakona_Mateta
- FIDE title: Candidate Master
- Preferred time control: Bullet
- Longest winning streak: 16 games
- Longest losing streak: 11 games
- Comeback rate: close to 84%
The Bullet Rollercoaster
His bullet rating history is not for the faint of heart. In May 2025 he started near the 2000 mark, only to close the month at 876. Rather than panic, he stormed back above 2015 the very next month. These swings are part of his identity as a player who never stops pressing and never stops believing the next game will be better.
Opening Repertoire
Baqer is not a one trick pony. With Black, he frequently turns to Petrov's Defense and has scored over 58% in bullet, while also using it in hundreds of rapid games. As White, his handling of the Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation is a reliable weapon, and he wins over 60% of his bullet games with the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation.
His stats show a clear affection for 1.e4, a high endgame frequency, and a patience that seems unusual for a bullet specialist. Many of his decisive games stretch beyond move 65, so he is just as comfortable grinding out a rook endgame as he is flagging a wild attack.
Rivalries and Grind Sessions
No opponent has tested Baqer more than gmbrhom, who has faced him over 100 times across multiple time controls. The head-to-head record is a testament to Baqer's persistence, with more than 60 wins in that long series. He has also played nearly 100 games against shs7_0 and over 50 against ali_firas69, with ali_firas69 holding a slight edge in their personal duel.
These marathon rivalries show that Baqer does not dodge tough opposition. He keeps coming back, keeps learning, and turns familiar lines into full-scale battlegrounds.
Fighting Spirit
Baer rarely dies quietly. After losing a piece, he still wins nearly 47% of the time, and his one-sided loss rate is under 2%, meaning opponents have to work hard to put him away. His best results come around 09:00, making him something of an early bird, and Fridays appear to be his strongest day. Whether you meet him in the morning or late at night, he will make you earn every point.