joka nedič

Player Profile: Joka Nedič (jokanedj)

Meet Joka Nedič, also known around the chessboard as "jokanedj", a rapid and blitz enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares is as dynamic as a swinging bishop. With a peak rapid rating of 562 back in April 2023, and a blitz high of 240 at the close of 2023, Joka has been consistently climbing the rating ladder, showing a modern chess player's persistence and passion.

Playing Style & Strengths

Joka prefers battles that last—his average moves per win are nearly 50, with losses averaging almost 56 moves, indicating strong resilience and a willingness to grind out wins or fight till the bitter end. An impressive 68.5% comeback rate shows that when things go sideways, Joka is not one to fold early but battles back fiercely.

The morning hours are golden for Joka, with a best time to play around 6 AM—the perfect hour for quiet concentration or maybe a strategic coffee-fueled rampage. Interestingly, Joka has a notable early resignation rate near 10%, suggesting he knows when to cut his losses and regroup—because why waste precious time, right?

Opening Choices

Versatility defines Joka’s opening repertoire. In rapid games, the Kings Pawn Opening is a mainstay, played over 700 times with a nearly 47.3% win rate—just shy of breaking into the winner's club consistently, but holding strong nonetheless. He dives into less traveled paths too, with solid performances in the Nimzowitsch Defense and even the Scandinavian Defense, showing his adventurous side.

When blitzing, Joka seems to favor the Nimzowitsch Defense, boasting over 55% win rate—a tactical playground where sharpness and speed win the day. Other notable blitz openings include the Alekhine’s Defense and Philidor Defense, pointing to a strategic mindset comfortable with both defense and counterattack.

Recent Highlights

Joka’s recent games have been a roller-coaster of highs and lows. Imagine a dramatic win where he sacrificed material to checkmate—classic Joka style. For example, in one of the latest victories, he took the Black by storm in a Scandinavian Defense, winning by resignation after a captivating 37-move tussle.

Not every day is a victory, though. Joka has faced a few tough opponents who delivered checkmates forcing him to reflect and improve. But hey, the real champion is the one who keeps coming back for more games, and Joka fits the bill perfectly.

Chess Personality

With a tilt factor of 14, Joka is human after all—sometimes emotions get the best of him, but who doesn’t lose their cool over a tricky fork or an unexpected queen sacrifice? His balance of wins and losses, with solid performances especially against opponents rated below him, reflects a player who embraces challenges without fear.

Joka's record shows a player unafraid to experiment and face the storm—playing with hearts and brains, with a dash of humor and an eye on the prize. Who knows? Maybe one day “jokanedj” will be a name whispered in awe across chess clubs worldwide.

Fun Fact

Joka’s games show creativity and spontaneity. Somewhere between the Reti and Scandinavian defenses, you might find chess magic... or at least some good stories to share at your next chess meetup!