Paweł Sowiński IM

Paweł Sowiński - The International Master with a Tactical Flair

Meet Paweł Sowiński, a chess aficionado who has proudly earned the title of International Master from FIDE. Known in the online chess realms as kids2010, Paweł’s journey through the sixty-four squares is nothing short of a gripping saga filled with sharp tactics, fierce battles, and more than a sprinkle of resilience.

Rating and Style

Paweł's blitz rating recently soared near the dizzying heights of 3000 — yes, you read that right — peaking at an impressive 3002 in January 2025. His bullet rating is no slouch either, touching nearly 2990 at one point, while his rapid skills keep opponents on their toes with a peak of 2379. Don't let the daily games fool you, though; those few games remind us that even the fiercest blitz warriors occasionally enjoy a slower pace.

Playing with a balance of patience and aggression, Paweł tends to steer his battles towards complex endgames — spending on average about 87 moves before tasting victory, proving that he's in it for the long haul. His comeback rate? A jaw-dropping 90% — clearly, giving up is not in his playbook.

Psychological Edge and Tactics

This player understands the importance of timing both on and off the board. Paweł’s best time to play is around midnight, where his focus apparently sharpens like the knights he maneuvers so deftly. His tilt factor is low, which means he keeps his cool better than a grandmaster sipping tea in checkmate scenarios. Also, losing a piece isn’t a death sentence for him: he wins more than half the time even after those minor setbacks.

Favorite Openings (and a Hint of Mystery)

While many grandmasters show off a polished repertoire, Paweł’s “Top Secret” opening stands out as his most played and most successful setup. It’s practically classified information on how he rattles his opponents early on! However, he does delight in the King’s Indian Attack - Yugoslav Variation and the Sicilian Defense McDonnell Attack, boasting near-perfect win rates there. When it comes to the bullet time-control, expect fearless, rapid strikes — Paweł wins more than half the battles in a lightning scramble.

Notable Matches

One recent gem highlights his phantom-like precision: a win by resignation against a nearly 2950-rated adversary, showcasing strategic mastery and psychological dominance. His games often end with dramatic finishes, occasionally by checkmate, and sometimes with opponents folding under pressure before the final blow.

Fun Facts

• Has endured a longest winning streak of 19 games — serenely cruising through opponents.
• Also faced a 12-game losing streak, proving he’s battled both the champs and chumps alike.
• His blitz win rate hovers just above 50%, which in the world of blitz chaos, is pretty spectacular.

Between lightning-fast bullet blitzes and grueling strategic rapid duels, Paweł Sowiński’s chess odyssey is a vivid story still unfolding — a warrior with a keyboard, a thinker with a mouse, and a master who just might be your next unforgettable opponent.