Ahn Hongjin: The International Master of Mystery and Mayhem
Meet Ahn Hongjin, a chess wizard who’s turned the 64 squares into a battlefield of brilliance and occasionally bewilderment. Awarded the prestigious title of International Master by FIDE, Hongjin is a force to be reckoned with — especially when the clock is ticking at bullet speed. With a peak bullet rating flirting with the cosmic 2923, Hongjin’s rapid-fire tactics and strategic sharpness leave opponents both dazzled and dazed.
Hongjin’s style can best be described as a daring dance of resilience and creativity. Known for an astonishing 82.5% comeback rate, this player refuses to throw in the towel lightly — even when pieces go missing, the game is never truly over. Beware the Top Secret openings: with over 8,800 games clocked and a win rate just north of 52%, Hongjin’s arsenal is as mysterious as it is effective.
Whether blitzing through the game with a sharp Sicilian Defense or calmly navigating the intricate mazes of the French Defense Exchange Variation, Hongjin adapts with equal parts finesse and ferocity. And speaking of blitz, a max rating of 2,846 there suggests Hongjin might actually be part cheetah — on the prowl, always ready to pounce.
Off the board, Hongjin’s psychological tendencies tell a tale of a competitive spirit who prefers afternoons for peak performances — particularly around 4 PM, when the brain seems to unlock its secret chess powers. Despite a tilt factor of 21 (which means losing might sting a bit), the next game is never far away. And with lengthy average wins clocking nearly 79 moves, it’s clear Hongjin enjoys taking the scenic route to victory.
When not plotting elaborate checkmates in live chess, Hongjin battles frequently against familiar rivals like kncp_719 and nangm, proving that even the toughest competition can’t dim the fiery passion that fuels this chess maestro.
Hongjin’s recent games showcase a knack for forcing resignations even against high-rated foes, mastering both time pressure and position precision. A recent bullet duel saw Hongjin triumph using the Sicilian Defense Taimanov Variation, demonstrating fearless opening choices that challenge the best.
In sum, Ahn Hongjin is not just a player; they’re a grand strategist, an animal on the clock, and sometimes a tantalizing enigma wrapped in a blitz game. Opponents beware: underestimating Hongjin means walking straight into a serialized lesson of relentless chess mastery — and probably a few cheeky moves along the way.
Feedback for Ahn Hongjin
You've demonstrated a strong grasp of openings such as the Caro-Kann and Sicilian Defense variations, often steering into solid and reputable lines. Here are some personalized observations to help you further improve your game:
Strengths
- Opening Repertoire: Your choice of openings like the Caro-Kann (B10) and various Sicilian lines shows sound theoretical knowledge. Your games often transition into balanced middlegames where you maintain tension well.
- Endgame Technique: Many of your wins conclude with good endgame play and precise technique under time pressure, especially in complex rook and minor piece endgames.
- Calculation & Tactical Awareness: You successfully execute tactical shots and capitalize on opponent inaccuracies, such as winning material or forcing decisive attacks without unnecessary risks.
Areas to Work On
- Time Management: A few games ended with your opponent flagging, suggesting you occasionally play into time scrambles. Work on pacing your moves to reduce time pressure and improve decision quality in critical moments.
- Defensive Resilience: In some losses, especially against lower-rated opponents, the defensive phase could be tightened. Focus on improving your defensive skills to hold tough positions more confidently.
- Middle-Game Planning: While your openings are solid, some middle games showed passive piece placement or missed dynamic opportunities. Try to create and execute clearer plans, especially when you gain a positional edge.
Suggestions for Improvement
- Analyze your losses carefully, especially the last few, to identify recurring decision-making patterns under pressure.
- Practice solving tactical puzzles geared towards moves that improve your calculation speed and accuracy.
- Consider training specific endgame themes relevant to your games, such as rook endgames and minor piece cooperation.
- Maintain a balanced clock during games. If needed, practice playing with increment or delay time controls to develop better pacing skills.
- Experiment with deeper strategic concepts in the Caro-Kann and Sicilian to enrich your planning beyond opening theory.
Next Steps
Keep tracking your performance in each time format, and work progressively on the points above. Consistency in endgame technique and time management will especially yield significant rating gains.
Feel free to review this recent victory for inspiration and study: Your recent game vs KVIT77
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| purplepanda33 | 1W / 1L / 0D | View |
| Nikola Mitkov | 0W / 1L / 1D | View |
| nice_2_m8te_u | 0W / 1L / 0D | View |
| Emilio Profili | 0W / 4L / 0D | View |
| tulotero | 1W / 0L / 0D | View |
| untitledanonymous | 3W / 3L / 0D | View |
| Jerome Villanueva | 3W / 3L / 0D | View |
| BSWPaulsen | 2W / 3L / 0D | View |
| chara | 0W / 1L / 0D | View |
| Jude Shearsby | 18W / 7L / 0D | View |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| kncp_719 | 114W / 127L / 5D | View Games |
| nangm | 100W / 37L / 2D | View Games |
| liangzhixiaozhu | 46W / 60L / 6D | View Games |
| Jun Hyeok Lee | 61W / 37L / 4D | View Games |
| Davit_Tiraturyan | 31W / 45L / 7D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2738 | 2731 | 2446 | |
| 2024 | 2749 | 2509 | 2243 | |
| 2023 | 2613 | 2613 | 2292 | |
| 2022 | 2568 | 2442 | 2438 | |
| 2021 | 2600 | 2576 | 2342 | 2006 |
| 2020 | 2405 | 2562 | 2346 | |
| 2019 | 2522 | 2463 | 2454 | |
| 2018 | 2485 | 2473 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1275W / 868L / 103D | 1208W / 950L / 100D | 84.0 |
| 2024 | 1170W / 811L / 106D | 1158W / 892L / 105D | 84.8 |
| 2023 | 680W / 611L / 64D | 656W / 652L / 59D | 81.0 |
| 2022 | 391W / 249L / 30D | 369W / 273L / 24D | 77.8 |
| 2021 | 493W / 406L / 46D | 452W / 449L / 39D | 76.2 |
| 2020 | 173W / 151L / 15D | 167W / 141L / 18D | 80.4 |
| 2019 | 71W / 68L / 11D | 72W / 69L / 7D | 85.1 |
| 2018 | 154W / 128L / 23D | 131W / 153L / 18D | 86.1 |
Openings: Most Played
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amar Gambit | 560 | 303 | 232 | 25 | 54.1% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 537 | 306 | 209 | 22 | 57.0% |
| Modern | 482 | 239 | 227 | 16 | 49.6% |
| Sicilian Defense | 399 | 214 | 165 | 20 | 53.6% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 382 | 208 | 158 | 16 | 54.5% |
| Czech Defense | 371 | 192 | 160 | 19 | 51.8% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 340 | 162 | 159 | 19 | 47.6% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 340 | 168 | 167 | 5 | 49.4% |
| Nimzo-Larsen Attack | 309 | 164 | 125 | 20 | 53.1% |
| Australian Defense | 290 | 148 | 132 | 10 | 51.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caro-Kann Defense | 25 | 17 | 7 | 1 | 68.0% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 19 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 79.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 17 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 52.9% |
| Nimzo-Larsen Attack | 15 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 86.7% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation, Sherzer Variation | 15 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 60.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line | 14 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 78.6% |
| Barnes Defense | 14 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 13 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 38.5% |
| Sicilian Defense | 12 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 58.3% |
| Four Knights Game | 11 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 63.6% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 453 | 254 | 197 | 2 | 56.1% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 206 | 116 | 80 | 10 | 56.3% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 151 | 83 | 62 | 6 | 55.0% |
| Sicilian Defense | 140 | 77 | 49 | 14 | 55.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation, Sherzer Variation | 124 | 60 | 56 | 8 | 48.4% |
| Barnes Defense | 112 | 69 | 40 | 3 | 61.6% |
| Czech Defense | 105 | 52 | 49 | 4 | 49.5% |
| Döry Defense | 93 | 41 | 43 | 9 | 44.1% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 92 | 45 | 44 | 3 | 48.9% |
| Amar Gambit | 90 | 50 | 36 | 4 | 55.6% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caro-Kann Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 50 | 0 |
| Losing | 21 | 4 |