Julian Kaszuba

Profile: Julian Kaszuba (aka Julek_kulek)

Meet Julian Kaszuba, a rapid-fire chess enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares is as colorful as his rating history. Nicknamed Julek_kulek, he’s a fearless combatant especially fond of the Englund Gambit—a daring opening he’s tried 36 times, winning about one-third of the battles. When it comes to the solid Caro Kann Defense, Julian truly shines, boasting an impressive 83% win rate in rapid games. Consider him a Caro Kann connoisseur!

Julian’s blitz adventures are a rollercoaster ride, with moments of brilliance, like a perfect 100% win record in the King's Pawn Opening - King's Knight Variation, but also some tough slogs. Bullet chess is where he often cruises—peaking at a rapid 283 rating—showcasing tactical awareness and comeback skill. His long winning streak of six games proves that when things click, watch out!

Let’s be honest, Julian isn’t afraid to throw in the towel early at times, with a nearly 46% early resignation rate. But who can blame him when sometimes a bad bishop sacrifice just can’t be saved? Still, his average game length of 30 moves per win shows that when he wins, it’s usually a well-fought battle.

Psychologically, Julian might tilt occasionally (Tilt Factor: 8), but his best time to strike is around 4 PM—so schedule your matches accordingly. His victories are sprinkled throughout the week, peaking on Fridays with a sprightly 70% win rate, making the end of the workweek a prime time to catch his strategic fireworks.

A quick glance at his recent games reveals a player who handles pressure well—winning with checkmates and forcing resignations. His most recent win was a classic Englund Gambit victory, ending with a graceful resignation from his opponent—proof that daring gambits can pay off.

Opponents beware: Julian is finishing some matches with style and others... well, there’s always next game. With more losses than wins overall, it’s clear he’s a fighter who learns from every setback, always coming back for more action on the board.

Fun fact: If you want to stump him, try playing on a Monday or Tuesday—his win rates on those days are humble at best!

In chess, as in life, Julian Kaszuba plays boldly, occasionally blunders spectacularly, but never stops chasing those thrilling wins.