Gojko Laketic (lakiskaki) - International Master
Meet Gojko Laketic, known in the chess halls and online arenas by the enigmatic handle lakiskaki. An International Master officially recognized by FIDE, Gojko combines skill, tenacity, and perhaps a pinch of mystique in every game played. This player’s blitz record is nothing short of impressive — boasting a peak blitz rating of 2358 as of March 2020 and an outstanding win rate of over 84% in their secret weapon opening, never giving opponents much breathing room!
Not just a speed demon, but Gojko's chess style shows remarkable endurance: on average, victories are clinched after about 63 moves — a marathon of strategic thinking! Their knack for comebacks is formidable, bouncing back in 87.5% of setbacks, proving that even when down a piece, surrender is not in their vocabulary (with a 70% win rate despite losing material).
Over the years, Gojko has demonstrated a penchant for blitz victories, with a longest winning streak of 9 games and currently on a satisfying 4-game winning streak into 2024. Their rapid chess adventures have been a bit less forgiving — a brief stint with a 0% win rate in rapid shows that sometimes, the IM enjoys the rush more than the slow grind.
Signature baton passes include a favorite arsenal of the Center Game - Beyer Gambit and the Queen's Pawn Opening, showcasing a tactical flair that often leads opponents to the brink of surrender—sometimes literally, as evident in recent wins by resignation and checkmate.
Fun fact: Saturdays and weekday evenings at 6 PM are peak times for Gojko’s chess prowess, where the win rate is a sparkling 100%. So if you ever wish to face off against lakiskaki, make sure to challenge them past 18:00 — if you dare.
Whether it’s crushing opponents swiftly in blitz or dragging out a strategic slugfest, Gojko Laketic’s games are a testament to chess as both sport and cerebral art. Opponents beware: once you drop into a game… it’s all lakiskaki from there.
