Yevhen Bezpalko (aka jen9b) - The Unstoppable Chess Adventurer
Yevhen Bezpalko, affectionately known in the chess realm as jen9b, is a player whose trajectory might remind you of a rollercoaster – thrilling, unpredictable, but mostly trending upwards. With a peak Blitz rating soaring just above 1000 and a Bullet rating that touched a spicy 1293 in early 2025, Yevhen’s journey is one of persistent skill sharpening and spirited competition.
Playing Style & Personality
He’s a tactical enthusiast with an impressive 82.7% comeback rate – meaning, if you think you’ve rattled him by snatching a piece, think again: jen9b often turns the tables dramatically. Average moves per win clock in around 58, showing a mix of patience and precision, while his infamously low early resignation rate of just 1.28% says, "I'm here to fight till the end!"
His best time to strike? The mysterious hour of 3:00 AM – when most mortals sleep, jen9b is busy outsmarting opponents, making him the ultimate night owl of the 64 squares.
Opening Repertoire – A Diverse Arsenal
Fans of variety will love Yevhen’s wide-ranging opening repertoire. His trusted defenses include the Sicilian and Caro-Kann in Blitz, and the Queens Gambit Declined shines bright in his Rapid games with a stellar 60%+ win rate. Bullet lovers beware: the Queens Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation and the Accelerated London System are among his secret weapons.
Statistical Highlights
- Blitz: Over 4,200 games with nearly equal wins and losses, balancing thrill and challenge in every match.
- Rapid: 875 wins with an impressive peak rating of 1016.
- Bullet: A fierce competitor with a peak rating of 1293.
- Longest Winning Streak: 12 games (because why stop when you're on fire?).
- Tilt Factor: 11 – probably spends more time smiling at the board than banging his head on it.
Recent Triumph
In June 2025, Yevhen outmaneuvered his opponent with a well-crafted strategy in the Reti Opening – Mustang Defense. His victory by resignation showed not only great positional understanding but also nerve and patience, closing the game on move 47 with style and grace.
Fun Facts
- Yevhen has a knack for winning against surprisingly many opponents at a perfect 100% rate – maybe he just remembers their weaknesses.
- While his losses happen, they’re never without a fight – he averages more moves in losses (64) than wins (58), proving he’s not a quitter.
- His daylight hours might be average, but at 2AM and 3AM? He’s got a 100% win rate – the owl of chess.com!
Whether you meet him online or in a heated chess battle, remember: behind the username jen9b is a strategist who never shy away from a good duel, always ready to turn the board – and your game – upside down. Keep an eye out; the night is still young, and Yevhen’s next brilliant plan might be just a move away.
