Zhomart Stepanovich: The Blitz Maestro with a Rapid Flair
Hailing from the vast steppes of chess-combat land, Zhomart Stepanovich has been a dazzling presence on the 64 squares, wielding his pawns and pieces with both finesse and a hint of mischief. Known in the chess circles by his steamroller tactics and a stubborn refusal to resign early (with a humble 1.13% early resignation rate), Zhomart dances between chaos and order effortlessly.
Career Highlights
- Peak Blitz Rating: A solid 2106 achieved in August 2024 — not bad at all when you consider he started at a humble 550 just over a year before!
- Peak Rapid Rating: A thrilling 2199 in November 2023, proving his skills aren’t just lightning-fast but also tactically deep.
Playing Style and Strengths
Zhomart’s games average about 70 moves, showing his preference for strategic battles that sometimes last longer than a TV show episode. His endgame frequency sits comfortably at 73.38%, which means he’s more likely to see the match through to the final act. Notably, he has an 82.69% comeback rate, the kind of tenacity that would make Rocky Balboa proud.
Whether wielding the Petrovs Defense or darting through Kings Indian Defense like a samurai in blitz mode, Zhomart has a taste for complex openings. His favorite weapon in blitz? The Englund Gambit with an impressive 62.12% win rate— which is almost as surprising as his current winning streak of 3 games and a longest winning streak of 17!
Notable Opponents
Amongst the 100s of opponents, Zhomart has particularly good records against players like santy_ab, niklasgrnn, and morteza222888 — all boasting a perfect 100% win rate in their encounters. He’s fiercely competitive but also knows when to dig deep, evidenced by a tilt factor of 11—meaning he sometimes lets the coffee kick in before he plays his best.
Favorite Time to Play
Night owl or early bird? Zhomart thrives in the late hours. His “best time of day to play” is 23:00, where he scores a dazzling nearly 60% win rate. Opponents beware the midnight blitz wizard!
Latest Triumph
Just recently, our grandmaster incredible_guy_2000 crushed santy_ab by resignation in a beautifully executed Queen’s Gambit Declined battle. The game featured clever piece play, tactical sacrifices, and a final onslaught that left the opponent waving the white flag. You can marvel at this conquest here.
Chess Personality in a Nutshell
“Why quit when you can come back? Zhomart’s motto seems to be a mix of stubborn determination and strategic wit – a combo that has kept opponents guessing and spectators entertained. His opening repertoire is as lively as his personality, always ready to try something spicy yet grounded in solid theory."
In short, Zhomart Stepanovich is not just a chess player; he’s a chess entertainer with a rating curve that resembles a thrilling rollercoaster. With a rapid peak just shy of 2200 and blitz adventures flirting with 2100, the future is bright for this chess warrior. Keep an eye on the clock and your knight — you never know when Zhomart will strike next!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| shieldbreaker04 | 8W / 4L / 0D | |
| sariesarie | 7W / 3L / 1D | |
| AOD1979 | 4W / 5L / 1D | |
| csmushti | 5W / 4L / 0D | |
| stick2one23 | 5W / 4L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1903 | |||
| 2024 | 2008 | 2138 | ||
| 2023 | 1933 | 2166 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 24W / 37L / 0D | 27W / 28L / 3D | 72.3 |
| 2024 | 685W / 686L / 88D | 653W / 725L / 80D | 74.0 |
| 2023 | 429W / 302L / 39D | 395W / 347L / 31D | 69.3 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrovs Defense Three Knights Game | 330 | 156 | 153 | 21 | 47.3% |
| Petrovs Defense | 153 | 77 | 70 | 6 | 50.3% |
| Indian Game Accelerated Variation | 147 | 71 | 68 | 8 | 48.3% |
| Nimzo Indian Defense Classical Variation | 105 | 57 | 42 | 6 | 54.3% |
| Queens Gambit Declined Modern Variation | 103 | 50 | 47 | 6 | 48.5% |
| Indian Game | 102 | 44 | 56 | 2 | 43.1% |
| Kings Indian Defense Samisch Orthodox Variation | 92 | 55 | 34 | 3 | 59.8% |
| Queens Gambit Declined Marshall Defense | 74 | 35 | 35 | 4 | 47.3% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation | 72 | 28 | 40 | 4 | 38.9% |
| Englund Gambit | 66 | 41 | 23 | 2 | 62.1% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modern Defense Averbakh Variation | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Indian Game Accelerated Variation | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Kings Indian Defense Samisch Orthodox Variation | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Queens Gambit Declined Cambridge Springs Bogoljubov Variation | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Grunfeld Defense Exchange Modern Exchange Variation | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Petrovs Defense Classical Kaufmann Attack | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Petrovs Defense Three Knights Game | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Kings Gambit Accepted Blachly Gambit | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Queens Indian Defense Kasparov Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Petrovs Defense Classical Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 17 | 3 |
| Losing | 11 | 0 |