Aleyna Başbuğ

Aleyna Başbuğ - aka haso5248

Aleyna Başbuğ, a rapidly rising star in the chess world of 2025, has made quite a name for herself with an unpredictable yet fascinating playing style. Known to most by the username haso5248, she thrives in the Rapid time control, where she's pushed her peak rating to an impressive 401 in May 2025.

From cautiously flirting with victory at a modest 100 rating back in March to unleashing strategic brilliance near the 400 mark by June, Aleyna's journey is a rollercoaster that even the most seasoned fans would enjoy. Though occasional setbacks lurk—like her current 0-loss streak after a rocky longest losing streak of 8—her resilience is admirable.

Chess Style & Personality

Aleyna’s approach to chess blends perseverance with tactical flair. Her games average about 50 moves per decisive outcome, hinting at a preference for a patient, endgame-driven battle rather than flashy bluffs. When she loses a piece, don’t count her out; her 44.44% win rate after losses speaks to a relentless comeback spirit.

But beware: her early resignation rate of around 13% might imply she knows when to fold ‘em and save the drama for another day. Maybe she just hates losing to queen sacrifices or gets nervous about her coffee running out mid-game.

Opening Repertoire

Versatility is Aleyna’s middle name. She shows marked prowess in openings like the Vienna Game Anderssen Defense and Petrov’s Defense Three Knights Game, boasting a stellar 80% win rate in both. She’s a fan of classic openings with a modern twist and doesn’t shy away from sharp lines — unless it’s the Richter Veresov Attack, where she once met her match.

• Most reliable win openings: Van t Kruijs Opening (100%!) and Petrovs Defense (80%)
• Aleyna’s nemesis: the sometimes cruel King's Pawn Opening with a 40.91% win rate

Notable Moments

Her recent triumph over Thecitronn, sealed by a fine checkmate after an intense 64-move duel, shows Aleyna’s ability to outlast opponents in critical battles.

While she has an uneven record against some opponents (sorry, jimmyedu98, you got the better of her recently), Aleyna shines particularly on Thursdays and evenings around 6 PM, where her win rate skyrockets to a dazzling 61% and 90% respectively.

Fun Fact

In addition to chess, Aleyna is suspected (by her opponents) of having a secret hobby: flipping chess clocks and confusing her rivals with unexpected moves at just the right second.

Statistics Summary

• Total Rapid games played: 154+ with a solid positive score (Wins: 75, Losses: 69, Draws: 10)
• Daily chess perfectionist: 1 game, 1 win, a 400 peak rating
• Bullet blitz enthusiast: Fewer games here, but a respectable peak of 300
• Longest winning streak: 7 games — a testament to her burning-hot form when focused

Play Like Aleyna

Opening with e4 approximately 70% of the time, Aleyna likes to keep the center fiery and the pace brisk, waiting for just the right moment to strike with precise calculation and just a hint of flair.

Whether it’s a sudden checkmate or the sneaky last move that seals a win, Aleyna Başbuğ's games are never boring. For those daring to challenge her, better brush up on the Vienna Game—or prepare to be outsmarted!