Х. Халилов

Profile Summary: Х. Халилов (Halil124)

Username: Halil124

Meet Х. Халилов, a rapid chess enthusiast whose rating rollercoaster would rival any amusement park ride! Peaking at a respectable 984 in June 2024, Halil124 has shown great resilience and tenacity throughout his chess journey, facing ups and downs with a warrior's spirit.

Style & Strengths

With a penchant for the Italian Game and the King's Pawn Opening King's Knight Variation, Halil124 prefers classical openings that keep his opponents on their toes. His best win rate (an impressive 70%) comes from the thrilling Sicilian Defense Smith Morra Gambit — a choice for the brave and tactical-minded.

Halil124 doesn’t shy away from a challenge; in fact, his comeback rate stands at a striking 75.54%, proving he fights until the end. Plus, he’s not a fan of early resignations, resigning in only ~3% of his games, showing a dogged determination to squeeze every last drop out of every position.

Competitive Statistics

• Total Rapid Games: 480+ with nearly equal wins (233) and losses (235)
• Blitz Games: Still getting warmed up, with just 1 recorded game.
• Longest Winning Streak: 7 games straight — clearly a force when in form.
• Longest Losing Streak: 9 games — even the best have their off days!

Playing Times & Habit

Chess is best played when the sun is high at 3 PM, according to Halil124, who boasts an outstanding 72.73% win rate at this time. Beware if you challenge him on a Saturday though — his 36.49% win rate then suggests maybe he’s sneaking cookies or sneaking naps instead!

Notable Recent Games

In one of his latest victories, Halil124 dazzled with a checkmate against barisin-bulluk on May 17, 2025. The game featured a beautiful kingside attack in the King's Indian Attack Yugoslav Variation, culminating in a checkmate on move 32.

On the flip side, losses have come from tough fights too — like a strategic battle against INTJ562, showcasing Halil124’s competitive spirit even in defeat.

Fun Facts

• He has a surprisingly balanced win rate with White (50.42%) and Black (46.47%), so no matter which side you face him with, expect a fight.
• Halil124's games tend to be lengthy affairs: averaging 48 moves per win, and even longer (54 moves) per loss. This player loves the deep strategy of the endgame.
• After losing material in a game, he still manages to turn the tide 42.62% of the time — a true tactical phoenix rising from the ashes.

In short, Х. Халилов is the kind of player who embodies the spirit of chess itself: thoughtful, resilient, and always ready to attack and defend with equal vigor. Whether you want to spar against a clever tactician or simply see determination in action, challenging Halil124 promises an exciting journey—just don’t be surprised if the battle lasts well into the late evening!