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Avigdor Bykhovsky GM

hayhalam64 Haifa, Israel Since 2013 (Inactive) Chess.com
62.0%- 35.3%- 2.7%
Bullet 2237
3189W 2157L 101D
Blitz 2105
1883W 733L 121D
Rapid 2474
25W 6L 2D
Daily 400
0W 2L 0D

Grandmaster Avigdor Bykhovsky (aka hayhalam64)

Meet Avigdor Bykhovsky, a chess virtuoso who proudly wears the title of Grandmaster bestowed by FIDE. Known on the virtual boards as hayhalam64, Avigdor's journey through the ranks is as thrilling as a queen sacrifice followed by a checkmate in three!

Career Highlights & Style

Avigdor’s blitz rating once soared to a dazzling 2493, while their bullet peak rating touched an astonishing 2634 — speed demon and strategist rolled into one! Not to mention a rapid play peak of 2500, proving they can calmly conquer even under the clock’s tightest pressure.

Their playing style? A cunning mix of patience and tactical fireworks. With an average winning game lasting over 64 moves and a knack for comebacks with a 72.1% comeback rate, Avigdor loves a good fight till the very end. The psychological tilt factor of 9 means if the opponent even considers a sneaky trick, they're in for a surprise!

Stats That Impress (& Sometimes Amuse)

  • White pieces win rate: 63.73%
  • Black pieces win rate: 60.76%
  • Longest winning streak: 30 games — that's like winning a marathon while casually sipping coffee.
  • Average moves per win: 64.19 moves — commitment to the craft!
  • Favorite time to play: 3:00 AM — because who needs sleep when you have chess to reign supreme?
  • Top secret opening choice: It’s so secret that even the grandmaster’s enemies only see their pawns hesitate.
  • Win rate with this mysterious opening: A majestic 69.26% in blitz and 58.62% in bullet.

Recent Memorable Battles

In May 2024, Avigdor wrapped up a fierce battle with a graceful win employing the rarely romantic Mieses Opening. The game ended with a resignation from the opponent, highlighting Avigdor's strategic dominance.

Even in loss, Avigdor’s games are lessons in hustle — sometimes ticking down the clock can be as punishing as a sneaky fork! But knowing this, hayhalam64 bounces back stronger, ready for the next joust.

Personality Insight

Avigdor’s gameplay reveals a blend of thoughtful calculation and fighting spirit. Not just a boring calculator, they specialize in endgames with a frequency over 78%, showing exceptional skill in finishing opponents. And when a piece is lost? The win rate after such adversity is a respectable 59.51%, proving resilience is their second name.

If you ever spot a player thriving in the witching hours with a cup of coffee and a cheeky grin, you might have just found Avigdor at the board, plotting their next famous checkmate.

A Final Note

Whether traversing bullet blitz arenas or engaging in deep tactical rapid play, Avigdor Bykhovsky remains a chess adventurer, a master of mind games, and a grandmaster with a flair for the dramatic – proving chess is not just a game but an epic saga.

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