Profile
Igor Saric, known online as igor0073, is a titled chess player who treats the clock like an opponent and laughs in the face of time pressure. A proud FIDE Master, he specializes in fast-paced online battles where nerves stay steady and tactics bloom in seconds. His preferred time control is Blitz, and he loves turning chaotic positions into clean, finishing sequences with a wink and a shrug.
Career highlights
- FIDE Master title awarded by FIDE
- Peak Blitz rating: 2699 (2025-06-05)
- Longest winning streak: 15 games
- Longest losing streak: 13 games
- Consistent presence in online Blitz and Bullet arenas with a knack for punchy comebacks
Opening repertoire and playstyle
Igor favors practical, muscle-memory openings that lead to sharp, tactical messes where he thrives. He blends solid structural choices with opportunistic flurries, thriving in fast time controls where a well-timed tactic can flip the entire game.
- Blitz openings and defenses: Scandinavian Defense, French Defense (Exchange Variation, Burn Variation), French Defense (general), Blackburne Shilling Gambit, Caro-Kann Defense, Czech Defense, French Defense: Advance Variation, Italian Game: Two Knights Defense, French Defense: Alekhine-Chatard Attack
- Bullet openings and tendencies: French Defense variants, Scandinavian Defense, Amar Gambit, Modern, English Opening: Agincourt Defense
Online presence
Stay connected with Igor’s progress and chess humor at his profile: Igor Saric. For a quick look at his rating trajectory, see the embedded chart:
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