Анна Новикова - Woman International Master
Meet Анна Новикова, a chess force with the prestigious title of Woman International Master, a badge of honor bestowed by FIDE. With a playing style that blends tactical acuity and resilience, Анна has proven herself a formidable opponent on the board and an entertaining figure off it.
Rating Rollercoaster
Анна's journey through the ranks is nothing short of a strategic thriller. Her Rapid rating kicked off impressively in 2019 at 2312 and after a dip in 2020, she climbed back above 2100 by 2024. Bullet and Blitz formats saw her juggling highs over 2200, showcasing a knack for quick thinking and lightning-fast moves. With over 200 Bullet games in some years, Анна’s fingers move as fast as her mind!
Winning Streaks & Records
Her longest winning streak of 16 games might suggest she’s on a mission to conquer the chess universe, but don’t be fooled — she also embraces losses with grace and tenacity, often staging comebacks (her comeback rate stands at a staggering 83.45%). Quite the comeback queen, Анна rarely lets a lost piece dictate the outcome — her win rate after losing material? A perfect 100%.
Playing Style & Personality
Known to keep her eyes on the endgame (appearing in 76.2% of her matches!), Анна plays long and deep, with an average of nearly 67 moves per win. She’s not one to quit easily — evidenced by a low early resignation rate of just 4.17%. Whether wielding White or Black pieces, she holds a steady winning hand, especially with White (56.52%).
Daily Battles & Fun Fact
Though Daily chess is not Анна’s preferred battlefield, her quick adaptability shines across all formats, from bullet blazes to blitz wars. Fun fact: Анна boasts a 100% win rate at 11 PM — a perfect time for late-night genius moves and maybe a cup of tea or coffee to fuel the brain.
Notable Opponents & Rivalries
With fierce records against names like renatovb5 and opening-jetter (100% win rates!), and a friendly rivalry spirit against players like udaynath (83.33% win rate), Анна always keeps the community on their toes. Some opponents, however, have given her a run for her money — but that's chess, after all!
Summary
Анна Новикова is more than just a chess player; she’s a strategic storyteller, painting the 64 squares with calculated genius, sudden flair, and resilient spirit. Whether you challenge her in Rapid, Blitz, or Bullet, be ready to face a whirlwind of crafty tactics and heart-pounding comebacks. She might be serious about the game, but there's always room for a grin when Анна is around.