Jakub Pulpan - International Master Extraordinaire
Jakub Pulpan is not your average chess player; he's an International Master (IM) who treats the 64 squares like a personal playground. With a peak Bullet rating soaring up to an astonishing 3115 in September 2019, Jakub’s speed and precision in blitz and bullet formats have left many scratching their heads - or flipping their boards.
Career Highlights
- Title: International Master (IM) awarded by FIDE
- Peak Ratings:
- Bullet: 3115 (2019)
- Blitz: 2924 (April 2025)
- Rapid: 2737 (March 2023)
- Daily: 2010 (July 2023)
- Longest winning streak: 36 games — probably causing opponents to reconsider their life choices.
Strategic Style & Play
Jakub approaches chess with a tactical flair and psychological resilience others envy. His come-back rate after losing a piece is a whopping 81.12%, proving he rarely throws in the towel early—unless it's a really bad day, in which case the tilt factor (12) kicks in, but hey, who doesn’t have those?
With an average of 85 moves per win in blitz, Jakub certainly enjoys the long game, grinding down his opponents with surgical precision and a touch of artistry.
Openings Repertoire
Whether facing a Scandinavian Defense or unleashing secret gambits, Jakub knows how to keep opponents guessing. His favorite weaponries include:
- Scandinavian Defense (win rate up to 87.5%)
- Italian Game (80% win rate!)
- Top Secret Openings with over 53% wins in blitz (okay, the secret’s out!)
Recent Battles From The Chess Trenches
Even a grand fighter like Jakub experiences ups and downs in the arena:
Recently, Jakub triumphantly defeated the challenger Caterpiller35 in a tense marathon featuring the Pirc Defense, forcing a resignation just shy of move 28.
“Rome wasn’t built in a day, but Caterpiller35’s defense was broken in one!”
Not every game ends in glory — Jakub recently lost by resignation to Car0_Kanned after a tough battle involving the Englund Gambit. Even masters have to eat humble pie now and then!
Psychological Edge & Playing Times
Jakub’s best time to play is 5 PM — peak brain power hour. His win rate peaks accordingly, so if you’re planning to face him, better book your morning nap earlier!
Fun Fact
With over 7000 bullet games logged, Jakub has probably moved more pieces than many have had hot dinners. It's clear he loves the faster formats, where his quick reflexes and razor-sharp tactics shine brightest.
In short, Jakub Pulpan is a chess dynamo: fast, fearless, unfailingly clever, and always ready to create chess magic that thrills fans and frustrates rivals.