Barbara Mihok-Juhasz (aka kircsaj)
Woman International Master
Barbara Mihok-Juhasz is not your average chess player—she’s a Woman International Master who dances through the complexities of the 64 squares with a fierce tenacity and a sly smile. Armed with a peak blitz rating of 2471, a rapid max rating of 2450, and bullet prowess topping out at 1353, Barbara is a well-rounded competitor who knows how to keep opponents on their toes regardless of time control.
A Journey of Ratings and Records
Starting steadily back in 2017 with blitz ratings hovering around 1100-1500, Barbara's rapid improvement and dedication brought her blitz rating to a dazzling 2471 by December 2021. That’s right—the queen herself commands the board at lightning-fast speeds! In rapid chess, she recently hit a high of 2450, proving that speed and strategy do mix harmoniously in her games.
Playing Style: The Tactical Ninja
With an average of just over 26 moves per win and a knack for coming back after losing a piece (a 60% win rate post-loss), Barbara resembles a ninja sneaking back into contention. However, if things aren’t going her way, she's known for a dramatic early resignation rate of nearly 83%, which clearly means she prefers to save energy for battles she can win with style.
Stats That Impress (and sometimes Amuse)
- Blitz Record: 322 wins, 235 losses, and a handful of draws – she’s not afraid to fight hard.
- Rapid Record: Sitting comfortably with twice as many wins as losses, showing class in calmer time controls.
- Bullet Record: An astounding 10 wins to just 1 loss—blink and you’ll miss it!
- Longest Winning Streak: 18 consecutive wins—Barbara’s chess streak could give marathon runners a run for their money.
Favorite Opponents & Rivalries
Barbara has battled many foes online, with “mrbadbeat” being her most frequent adversary with 38 clashes. It’s a tough rivalry—the win rate here is just under 29%, proving Barbara’s willingness to learn and improve. Meanwhile, some opponents like “steenjen” see their defeat roughly 64% of the time when facing her. Better luck next time, rivals!
The Perfect (or Not-so-Perfect) Time to Play
Her best tactical mindset sparks around 4 PM, when her win rate peaks at over 71%. So if you’re planning a virtual showdown with kircsaj, set your clock right and avoid challenging her around nap time (13:00 has a mere 14% win rate, just saying).
A Glance at the Recent Epic Victory
On August 30, 2023, Barbara sealed a win in a dazzling blitz game against a 963-rated opponent using the Sicilian Defense - Open Dragon Variation. Her strategic storm forced a time victory, showing not only a mastery of position but also killer clock management—because sometimes, the clock checkmates first!
In Conclusion
Barbara Mihok-Juhasz is a chess force to be reckoned with, balancing rapid-fire tactical strikes and well-thought positional play. Whether she’s charming her opponents into resignation or outpacing them in bullet duels, kircsaj’s passion makes her a delightful and fearsome opponent. Keep an eye on her moves—just don’t blink, or you might miss a checkmate!
Fun fact: Barbara’s early resignation rate may hint she knows when to fold at poker, but never on the chessboard where she’s a true queen.