Jacek Gęsicki - FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Meet Jacek Gęsicki, also known by his battlefield moniker Jacek_Gesicki, a Chess.com warrior who’s conquered countless online skirmishes and proudly holds the coveted title of FIDE Master. Not just a master of the board but a tactical tactician who can checkmate you faster than you can say "en passant"!
Rating & Style
Jacek’s peak bullet rating soared to an astonishing 2640 in September 2024, proving he’s not just fast with the mouse but unstoppable on the 64 squares. His blitz and rapid ratings aren’t far behind, peaking at 2506 and 2268 respectively. If chess were a sprint, Jacek would be Usain Bolt—if it were a marathon, he’d still somehow finish first.
Playing Style
A patient endgame strategist, Jacek’s games average around 68 moves for wins, and 81 moves for losses—so he likes a good battle, savoring every moment on the board. His white pieces enjoy a win rate of over 56%, while the black army holds strong with a respectable 51.5%. Early resignation is rare, but the psychological tilt? A mere 11 out of 100 – a true zen master.
Notable Strengths & Quirks
- Longest winning streak: 14 games – a hot streak worthy of a chess legend.
- Comeback rate after losing material: 76% – because giving up is not in Jacek’s dictionary.
- Win rate when facing opponents rated below him: a comfortable 63%, but facing the titans? He takes the hits (64% losses)—a humble gladiator in a field of giants.
Opening Repertoire
Approaching the board with a mix of mystery and meticulous study, Jacek thrives on both well-known and cryptic openings. The Top Secret opening might as well be classified by MI6, yet it scores him over 53% wins in bullet. His Old Benoni Defense wins 58% of time – a favorite to confuse and conquer.
Memorable Recent Victory
In June 2025, Jacek delivered a stunning checkmate demonstrating his trademark style - relentless pressure culminating in a beautiful final Bf3# move. The game was a whirlwind from start to finish involving aggressive play and clever sacrifice combinations, proving that patience plus precision equals victory.
Personality & Presence
Jacek Gęsicki is more than a player; he’s a chess adventurer. Whether orchestrating a bullet game chess storm or navigating the intricate passages of a long rapid battle, he blends sharp tactics with cool-headed resilience. Opponents beware: this FIDE Master brings both fire and finesse – and might just make you run out of time before you realize it’s checkmate.
In summary: If chess was a movie, Jacek would be the star who never quits, always calculates three moves ahead, and leaves the audience wondering “How did he just do that?!”