Filip Krężołek (aka krezoek)
Meet Filip Krężołek, a chess enthusiast whose rating graph looks a bit like a rollercoaster designed by a master tactician and occasional thrill seeker. Fondly known by his username krezoek, Filip's journey through the realms of Blitz, Rapid, and Bullet chess reveals a player who is both resilient and unpredictable—kind of like your favorite plot twist.
Rating Highlights & Style
- Peak Blitz Rating: 640 (August 2021)
- Peak Rapid Rating: 816 (February 2021)
- Peak Bullet Rating: 1026 (January 2023) – Definitely bulletproof here!
Filip’s playing style is a mix of patience and flair, winning with an average of about 46 moves and losing quicker with just around 33 moves, proving that when things go south, he doesn’t stick around for polite farewells. He’s not shy to resign early either, clocking in an early resignation rate of nearly 22%—some say it’s strategic, others call it “knowing when to make a swift exit.”
Opening Moves & Mastery
Filip’s opening repertoire is wide but favorites stand out:
- Blitz: Kings Pawn Opening (Win Rate 55.5%) and Scandinavian Defense variations, proving he’s comfortable rocking the boat early on.
- Rapid: Kings Pawn Opening and Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation dominate, with some exceptional success on the less trodden paths like the Queens Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation (70% win rate!).
- Bullet: Van ’t Kruijs Opening and Modern Defense shine, along with an impressively sneaky 83% win rate in some "Undefined" openings—because why stay defined when you can stay unpredictable?
Competitive Spirit & Mental Game
With a tilt factor rated at a humble 10, Filip knows how to keep his cool when the heat is on, though his best time to play is quite fittingly at 3 AM — because who plays chess best when the world sleeps? His comeback rate is a striking 62%, making him the kind of opponent who refuses to give up, often turning tides after losing material on the board.
Statistics to Brag (or Chuckle) About
- Total Wins: Over 1595 wins across all formats! (Including a Herculean 1300 wins in Blitz alone)
- Longest Winning Streak: 13 games — a decent run to make opponents sweat.
- Opening Choice Quirk: He seems to enjoy ripping apart Scandinavian Defense lines. It’s rumored he hums Viking battle chants before playing.
- Daily Routine: Sometimes, he wins more on Tuesdays and Saturdays, but Friday and Sunday seem to slow him down (47% win rates). Maybe he’s too busy plotting chess strategies or just binge-watching chess documentaries!
Recent Battles
Filip’s recent performances have been a mixed bag of inspiring victories and learning losses. One memorable victory was a savage checkmate on June 4, 2025, using the Scotch Game—proving that when he’s on, he delivers chess fireworks. Recently, he also embraced a swift resignation after a tough loss, showing he’s wise enough to save energy for the next fight.
Final Thoughts
Whether you know him as Filip or krezoek, this player is an ever-evolving chess warrior: sometimes lightning fast in Bullet, sometimes a deep thinker in Rapid, and always entertaining. Expect the unexpected—because in Filip’s games, every pawn push might hide a brilliant trap or a comedic blunder waiting to happen.
