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!
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
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| topolek | 0W / 1L / 0D | View |
| chessprojectsasd | 1W / 0L / 0D | View |
| sharm113 | 2W / 0L / 0D | View |
| bendgedig | 1W / 0L / 0D | View |
| flavioprol | 1W / 0L / 0D | View |
| oleksandrkyiv | 16W / 9L / 5D | View |
| ostorros | 0W / 1L / 0D | View |
| captain810 | 4W / 3L / 0D | View |
| anatoliy_khodiuk | 7W / 6L / 3D | View |
| hmolvig | 1W / 2L / 0D | View |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| jeffcedas | 98W / 70L / 16D | View Games |
| dimitri casciello | 94W / 55L / 6D | View Games |
| oleg322 | 52W / 65L / 24D | View Games |
| rrufeja | 82W / 45L / 5D | View Games |
| 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 |
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 |