Overview
David Setiawan (username: KhungThep) is a National Master known across online chess for blistering speed and a knack for chaotic positions. A Bullet specialist by preference, David combines tactical sharpness with long endgame fights, which makes his games entertaining for spectators and exhausting for opponents.
- Title: National Master
- Preferred time control: Bullet specialist
- Peak achievements include top performances in Bullet, Blitz, and Rapid play
Playing Style
David is paradoxical in the best way. He wins many games by the clock yet plays long decisive battles when time allows. He likes complications and often welcomes piece imbalances. Opponents who expect easy flag wins find themselves out-prepared in the endgame.
- Favored approach: tactical complications early, stubborn endgame technique late
- Endgame frequency: very high - David often drags wins into long endings
- Tactical resilience: strong comeback record and solid win rate after material losses
Openings & Performance
David has a reliable repertoire on both colors. His Bullet results are especially impressive in a handful of systems where speed and concrete knowledge pay off.
- Caro-Kann Defense - a go-to, especially from White and Black Caro-Kann Defense
- Amazon Attack and Siberian Attack - very successful for quick tactical skirmishes Amazon Attack
- London System - Poisoned Pawn Variation - a trusted White weapon for rapid initiative London System
- Benoni Gambit Accepted - an aggressive choice that yields strong win rates in Bullet Benoni Defense
Memorable Runs & Signature Stats
David has recorded some remarkable streaks and statistical quirks that tell the story of a modern online master who loves to press for a result.
- Longest winning streak: 41 games - a run that would make even a coffee machine nervous
- Comeback rate and resilience: consistently high, with a notable ability to win after losing material
- Peak performances are notable across time controls - especially in Bullet and Blitz 2722 (2024-01-05), 2675 (2024-01-03), 2418 (2024-01-04)
Visualize recent Bullet form:
Notable Games & Study Material
David has many instructive rapid-fire victories. Here is a short illustrative snippet of the kind of sharp opening play he favors in Bullet:
For a full highlight, check a recent tactical finish against a frequent rival:
Rivalries, Habits & Trivia
David accumulates repeat opponents and has some lopsided head-to-heads. Fans may search for his matchups versus regulars like javicio and babitoogood to study typical plans.
- Most played opponent examples: javicio, di4i4t4o4, theunderdog001, babitoogood
- Best times of day: early morning peaks and a particularly strong slot around 07:00 local - perfect if you are an early riser
- Preferred move choices from White: d4 and Nf3 frequently open the door to familiar structures
Notes & Placeholders
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- Profile keyword: David Setiawan chess, National Master, Bullet specialist
- Quick profile link: babitoogood
- Peak rating quick stats: 2722 (2024-01-05) and 2675 (2024-01-03)
Want more games or a visual timeline? The chart above and the included PGN are good starting points for coaches and fans.