Overview
Evan Park (koraiyo) is an International Master in chess known for blistering Bullet speed and marathon endgames. A prolific online competitor, Evan blends tactical tricks with a surprising appetite for long endgame battles. Preferred time control - Bullet - is not just a setting, it is a lifestyle.
Career highlights
From steady club play to explosive online performance, Evan carved a reputation as a top fast time control specialist. Key moments include:
- Title: International Master, a hard earned FIDE title that marks Evan as a world class player.
- Peak performances called out by month: 2910 (2025-05-21) and 2777 (2025-05-27).
- Big online seasons in 2022 to 2025 where Bullet and Blitz form soared, producing long winning streaks and deep preparation.
Playing style
Evan plays like a sprinter who secretly trains for ultramarathons. He wins fast, but he also loves long fights.
- Bullet specialist with huge game volume and a pragmatic, sometimes cheeky approach to complications.
- Endgame frequency is very high, so expect long technical battles even in blitz sessions.
- Exceptional comeback instincts and resilience. Tackles lost-material positions and squeezes wins. Comeback rate is a signature trait.
- Average decisive game length is long for online play, so do not assume a quick flag will settle the score.
Openings and preferences
Evan favors flexible, often offbeat systems that lead to unbalanced practical positions. He is happiest when the clock is ticking.
- Favorite White and Black ideas: Nimzo-Larsen Attack, Modern, and the Amar Gambit. These show up frequently and with strong win rates in fast games.
- Also dangerous with Sicilian Najdorf ideas when chaos is required. Najdorf
- Comfortable in both tricky opening traps and long endgames, making him hard to prepare for.
Notable streaks and records
- Longest winning streak: 16 games.
- Longest losing streak: 12 games; current form includes a short losing skid that even top players survive.
- Most played opponent: kallerotmg with a head to head record that reads like a rivalry: 30 wins, 21 losses, 4 draws. Quick link to their profile placeholder: kallerotmg.
Notable games and study pieces
For coaches and fans who like to study, here is a short sample game to inspect and enjoy. It represents Evan's taste for lively opening play that can still lead to long technical endings.
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Fun facts and personality
- Evan is playful at the board. Expect the occasional trap and a wry postgame comment.
- High tactical awareness means he often wins messy positions where calculation counts more than memorized lines.
- Online handle: koraiyo. Fans will spot the name quickly on leaderboards and live tournaments.
- Best time of day to challenge Evan is late morning. He has a habit of hitting hot streaks around 11:00.
Quick references
- Preferred time control: Bullet
- Notable opening to study: Nimzo-Larsen Attack
- Profile spark: check top rival pages and recent game archives for patterns and novelties.