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Igor Janik GM

Igor_Janik Elblag Since 2012 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟♟♟♟
53.0% W 36.3% L 10.7% D
Bullet
3010
445W 232L 49D
Blitz
3087
7389W 5142L 1525D
Rapid
2520
21W 9L 6D

The Rise of a Grandmaster

Igor Janik also known as Igor_Janik is a FIDE Grandmaster whose sharp mind and quick thinking have made him a standout in competitive chess. His path to the title involved countless hours of study and practice turning him into a formidable force on the board.

Blitz Dominance

With a clear preference for blitz time controls Igor Janik thrives in high speed games where precision meets lightning reflexes. Opponents often say facing him feels like racing a chess supercomputer that had too much coffee making every match an adrenaline fueled thrill.

Tactical Brilliance

Igor Janik loves deploying the Caro-Kann Defense to build solid positions and surprise foes with the Modern Defense for creative counterattacks. He has battled legends like Szymon Gumularz in epic clashes that fans still talk about today.

Bio last updated 2026-07-08