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Indra Polak

Username: IndraPolak

Location: Haarlem, Netherlands

Playing Since: 2013-01-26 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟♟♟♟♟

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Rapid: 2267
71W / 36L / 7D
Blitz: 2237
28642W / 25780L / 3557D
Bullet: 2014
27W / 83L / 3D

Indra Polak - The Chess Virtuoso

Meet Indra Polak, a name synonymous with blitz chess brilliance and rapid-fire tactics on the digital chessboard. With a peak blitz rating soaring above 2400 and a bullet rating touching an electrifying 2563 in 2024, Indra is not just a player, but a chess phenomenon that few dare to challenge in fast-paced games.

Indra’s chess journey is like a rollercoaster ride with an ever-upward trend, starting around 1900 in 2013 and steadily climbing to a staggering 2245 in blitz by 2025. Not one to shy away from ticking clocks, Indra thrives under time pressure, boasting a rapid win rate above 63% and a stubborn, if occasionally unlucky, bullet win rate that keeps opponents on their toes.

Known for endurance and patience, Indra’s average game stretches over 76 moves, often turning games into epic battles where the endgame is a playground with an 80% frequency. Their comeback rate is astonishing—almost 90%—and remarkably, Indra never loses after losing a piece. This kind of resilience guarantees that no opponent can count them out prematurely!

Outside the numbers, Indra is a master of “Top Secret,” their favored opening that has delighted fans with nearly 50% wins in blitz and an even more impressive 63% in rapid. A mysterious strategy perhaps, but undeniably effective.

When not crushing pawns or orchestrating knights, Indra enjoys sporadic winning streaks, with the longest hitting a cool 13 wins in a row and currently riding a confident 2-game winning streak. They play their best games late in the evening and early morning hours, proving that while most dream, Indra is calculating the next winning move.

Opponents beware: Indra’s record against common adversaries is peppered with perfect 100% wins against several users, and their style? Well, it’s a blend of tactical genius, psychological calm with a tilt factor of only 15 (which in chess is practically zen), and a knack for turning the tables just when you think you've got them.

So if you ever face IndraPolak on the virtual chess battlefield, remember: this player’s strategic wit, lightning-fast calculations, and unexpected comebacks make every game a thrilling story. Just be ready… because Indra doesn’t just play chess, Indra plays to dominate!


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Coach Chesswick

Positives from Recent Blitz Games

Indra, your recent games show strong strategic awareness and good positional understanding. A few highlights include:

  • You demonstrate excellent opening preparation, particularly in the Sicilian Defense lines such as the Alapin Variation and the Closed Sicilian, where your win rates exceed 50%.
  • Your ability to create play on the kingside, as observed in your wins, with well-timed pawn pushes and piece activity that pressure your opponents effectively.
  • Strong time management overall, winning games both by technique and on time pressure, indicating confidence in rapid decision-making.

Areas for Improvement

To continue improving and converting more games into wins, consider focusing on the following:

  • Endgame Technique: Several recent losses and draws involve complex endgames where precision is key. Practicing common endgame patterns and transitioning smoothly from middlegame to endgame will boost your finishing power.
  • Defensive Resourcefulness: In some games, opponents capitalized on small inaccuracies in defense. Strengthening your defensive tactics and recognizing when to exchange pieces or simplify can help hold tough positions.
  • Handling Tactical Shots: Watch for tactical oversights in critical moments, especially under time pressure. Regular training on tactics puzzles can build sharper tactical alertness.
  • Expand Opening Repertoire Depth: Your favored openings like the Sicilian Alapin and Batavo Gambit have good success rates, but diversifying your responses can make you less predictable and help exploit opponents’ weaknesses.

Performance Trends and Ratings

Your recent rating trend is positive, with a 1-month gain of 110 points and a steady slope in your rating progression. This indicates effective learning and adaptation. Maintain your study and gameplay intensity to keep this momentum.

  • Continue to analyze losses deeply to learn from mistakes and avoid repeating them.
  • Keep working on your openings to maintain at least a 50% win rate to sustain your advantage.
  • Use your good time management skills to avoid unnecessary pressure which can lead to errors.

Next Steps

Here are some actionable recommendations to help you elevate your blitz play:

  • Incorporate targeted endgame study focusing on king and pawn endings, rook endgames, and minor piece endgames that frequently arise in your games.
  • Practice tactical drills daily, focusing on forks, pins, and discovered attacks to minimize tactical surprises.
  • Review your games regularly, especially losses, to identify key moments where you could improve your calculation or strategic choices.
  • Experiment with alternative opening setups in training games to add variety and surprise factor in your repertoire.


🆚 Opponent Insights

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pacerisimus 47W / 60L / 9D View Games

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 1999 2214 2267
2024 2340 2228 2257
2023 2062
2020 2098
2019 2118
2018 2132
2017 2131
2016 2122
2015 1968
2014 1999
2013 1908
Rating by Year2013201420152016201720182019202020232024202523401908YearRatingBulletBlitzRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 2067W / 1855L / 338D 1894W / 1993L / 387D 77.1
2024 963W / 811L / 114D 871W / 886L / 124D 77.6
2023 144W / 119L / 9D 115W / 132L / 20D 72.9
2020 7W / 5L / 0D 3W / 5L / 2D 79.1
2019 0W / 1L / 0D 0W / 1L / 0D 84.5
2018 1651W / 1371L / 163D 1501W / 1510L / 158D 78.5
2017 2858W / 2208L / 301D 2435W / 2573L / 319D 79.7
2016 628W / 532L / 68D 618W / 573L / 60D 77.7
2015 1125W / 1004L / 105D 1057W / 993L / 156D 79.6
2014 2826W / 2337L / 298D 2675W / 2446L / 341D 78.8
2013 2151W / 1692L / 193D 2055W / 1793L / 194D 77.1

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Bird Opening: Dutch Variation, Batavo Gambit 5259 2791 2173 295 53.1%
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation 3251 1715 1312 224 52.8%
Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation 2779 1372 1274 133 49.4%
Sicilian Defense 2654 1249 1258 147 47.1%
Sicilian Defense: Closed 1690 790 791 109 46.8%
Gruenfeld: Exchange Variation 1463 683 645 135 46.7%
Scotch Game 1334 643 594 97 48.2%
Scandinavian Defense 1324 645 627 52 48.7%
Caro-Kann Defense 1315 674 567 74 51.2%
Czech Defense 1121 578 492 51 51.6%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Bird Opening: Dutch Variation, Batavo Gambit 15 8 6 1 53.3%
Sicilian Defense 12 6 5 1 50.0%
Scotch Game 10 5 2 3 50.0%
Scandinavian Defense 5 5 0 0 100.0%
Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Opocensky Variation 4 3 0 1 75.0%
Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation 4 1 3 0 25.0%
Caro-Kann Defense 4 1 3 0 25.0%
Sicilian Defense: Closed 3 2 1 0 66.7%
Barnes Defense 3 2 1 0 66.7%
French Defense: Burn Variation 3 2 0 1 66.7%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation 9 3 6 0 33.3%
Bird Opening: Dutch Variation, Batavo Gambit 8 2 6 0 25.0%
Scotch Game 7 0 7 0 0.0%
Caro-Kann Defense 7 3 4 0 42.9%
Scandinavian Defense 7 3 4 0 42.9%
Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation 5 2 3 0 40.0%
East Indian Defense 5 2 3 0 40.0%
French Defense 4 0 4 0 0.0%
Sicilian Defense 4 0 3 1 0.0%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 4 0 4 0 0.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 21 0
Losing 15 1
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