Tymofii Bokhnak — FIDE Master and Blitz Specialist
Tymofii Bokhnak, also known online as KaratelRW, is a FIDE Master with a reputation for fast, creative play and stubborn comebacks. A true blitz specialist, Tymofii thrives when the clock is ticking and complications are on the board. Peak performance highlights include a recent Blitz high of 2495 (2026-03-23).
Short Biography
Tymofii began turning pawns into plans and ideas into forks early in his chess life. Known for long decisive games and a patient endgame sense, he balances tactical flare with unshakable tenacity. On a bad day he may tilt a little, but his comeback rate of over 90 percent proves he rarely stays down for long. He plays a lot of blitz and bullet, and often surprises opponents with uncommon but effective choices in the opening.
Playing Style and Strengths
- Title: FIDE Master. Comfortable in chaotic positions and practical under clock pressure.
- Preferred time control: Blitz. Expect sharp play and fast decisions.
- Endgame orientation: High endgame frequency with long decisive games. Avg moves per decisive game around the high 70s.
- Tactical resilience: Comeback rate 91.41 percent and a strong win rate after material losses.
- Psychology: Best time to challenge Tymofii is around 19:00 local play time when his win rate spikes.
Openings and Repertoire
Tymofii favors flexible systems and a handful of potent surprises. He is especially comfortable in the Sicilian Alapin as White and has excellent results versus several French lines.
- Favorite White setups: Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation with a strong win record playing into slow tactical fights.
- Black choices: a reliable mix of French Defense: Exchange Variation and Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation when he wants solidity and counterplay.
- Notable micro-repertoire: Sherzer lines in the Alapin provide a high win rate when used as Black.
Performance Patterns and Records
- Streaks: longest winning streak 8 games, longest losing streak 6 games, current winning streak 1.
- Time-of-day results: strongest results around 19:00, excellent evening form overall.
- Format strengths: exceptional in Blitz and Bullet, solid Rapid play.
- Community note: most-played opponent is michalkasedaa with a 7-1 record in Tymofii's favor in those meetings.
Notable Game Snapshot
Here is a short sample to demonstrate Tymofii's opening tastes and practical instincts. Use the viewer below to replay a short Sicilian scramble.
Personality and Community
Tymofii is known among opponents for dry humor during postgame chat, clever endgame resourcefulness, and a willingness to try offbeat continuations. He is approachable and often plays multiple games in a row, making him a regular name in online arenas.
- Fun fact: when not calculating tactics, Tymofii collects quirky opening names and will happily explain a Najdorf joke.
- Want to test him? He is most active in blitz queues and enjoys fresh challenges.
Want to Follow or Play?
Challenge Tymofii in blitz, study his Alapin lines, or simply enjoy a long technical endgame. For a quick reference, check his peak blitz mark above and explore sample games in the viewer.
Keywords: Tymofii Bokhnak, KaratelRW, FIDE Master, blitz specialist, Sicilian Alapin, French Defense, Caro-Kann, chess openings, online chess.