Ihor Makhno

Ihor Makhno

Ihor Makhno (aka ihormakhno) is a bullet chess aficionado who navigates the chaotic battlefield of 60-second games with the cunning of a fox and the speed of a cheetah on a sugar rush. Since rising from humble beginnings in 2017, where his bullet rating flirted with the low 1200s, Ihor has blitzed his way to an impressive peak bullet rating of 2160 in September 2021, proving he’s more than just quick fingers – he’s a strategic powerhouse in the blink of an eye.

Ihor’s love affair with the Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation is legendary, obtaining a solid win rate near 54% over more than 8,000 games in bullet—because why not surprise your opponent with something unconventional when you only have 60 seconds? He also dances skillfully in openings like the Sicilian French Variation, the French Exchange, and the Caro Kann, showing versatility despite the frantic pace.

His blitz and rapid ratings reflect a patient tactician who knows when to strike and when to chill. From a blitz peak of 2093 in early 2023 to recently hitting a rapid max of 1884 in late 2024, Ihor balances fiery speed with thoughtful play. His average moves per win hover around 75, which might sound like a marathon in bullet terms, but that’s just him savoring every blip and blunder.

With a remarkable comeback rate of 87.77%, Ihor seems to feed on adversity, thriving after losing pieces and turning games around – a phoenix who refuses to resign easily. His psychological resilience is unmatched, tilting only 14 times, most favorably at 5 AM, when the rest of the world sleeps and misunderstanding opponents.

Recent game highlights include clever victories on time against formidable opponents like WestWillPrevail and afka2d, showcasing his endgame mastery and time-management wizardry. Of course, not every game is a fairy tale; recent losses remind us that even bullet warriors sometimes get checkmated by the unexpected.

To sum up: Ihor Makhno is a bullet-speed tactician blessed with iron nerves, a fondness for aggressive yet surprising openings, and a streak of determination that makes losing just the prelude to an epic comeback. When he’s not streaming or grinding puzzles, he’s probably plotting how to outfox you in under a minute.

Watch out, because when Ihor’s fingers hit the keys, the board doesn’t stay quiet for long!