Krzysztof Raczek - International Master Extraordinaire
Known in the chess world simply as "Legit", Krzysztof Raczek is a force to be reckoned with on the 64 squares. An accomplished International Master awarded by FIDE, Krzysztof has turned strategy and calculation into an art form — or maybe just a relentless quest to confuse opponents into submission.
Krzysztof's rapid rise is no accident. Starting strong in Rapid chess with a solid 2100 rating in mid-2023, he quickly surged to an impressive 2478 peak in March 2024, showcasing his lightning-fast intuition and tactical flair. But beware his Bullet games — with a peak rating just shy of 3000, Legit is like a bullet train hurtling down the tracks, racking up over 900 wins with a win rate over 62% in nearly 1,500 games. If you blink, you might miss the checkmate!
When it comes to Blitz, Krzysztof is equally lethal, with a max rating hitting the magic 3000 mark and an overall winning record that would make even Grandmasters nod in respect. Daily games? He’s not just a speed demon; his steady play earns him impressive victories there too, topping out around 1800+ rating.
A deeper look shows a player with serious endurance — an average winning game lasts a marathon 83 moves, proving that Krzysztof patiently wears down his opponents, mix of brainy endgame mastery and tactical sharpness. He sports a phenomenal comeback rate of nearly 85%, meaning even if things get dicey, don’t count him out until the king is cornered.
Off the board, it’s said that Krzysztof’s psychological tilt factor is low — though some might wonder if his best time to play at 4 a.m. hints at nocturnal grandmaster powers. No wonder he’s often the last one standing in online tournaments, crushing opposition while the rest of us hit the snooze button.
Fans and foes alike marvel at his favorite secret weapon — an opening code he guards like a dragon hoarding gold (code named "Top Secret"). Mastering it with over 87% win rate in Rapid games and a solid winning strategy across other time controls, this opening is clearly a key to his winning formula.
Among opponents, Krzysztof has a few nemeses but also many frequent victims with a long list of players whose fate seems sealed the moment they face "Legit." Opponents like kids2010 and nicolas_delacolina have felt his relentless pressure numerous times, while others have never even sniffed victory.
In summary, Krzysztof Raczek is not just another chess player — he’s a relentless strategist, a fierce competitor, and occasionally, the nightmare of an opponent’s opening repertoire. So if you ever sit across from "Legit," be prepared: he might just resign your hopes before you even castle.
Checkmate isn’t just a goal; it’s a lifestyle.
Constructive Feedback for Krzysztof Raczek
Dear Krzysztof,
You've demonstrated solid fundamentals and good strategic understanding in your recent games. You maintain good piece coordination, and your endgame technique is reliable, as reflected in your ability to convert advantages and pressure opponents effectively. Notable is your handling of pawn structures and active piece play, especially in middlegame exchanges.
Strengths
- Opening Preparation: You have a consistent approach to your preferred openings like the Queen's Pawn and Nimzowitsch-Larsen Attack, which helps you reach comfortable middlegame positions.
- Positional Awareness: Your understanding of controlling key squares and managing exchanges is quite good. Moves like careful exchanges of minor pieces and queen activity stand out.
- Endgame Technique: In your wins, you demonstrate a strong conversion rate when the position simplifies, showing solid endgame fundamentals.
Areas to Improve
- Time Management: In some longer games, you occasionally lose on time or approach critical moments with very little time left. Improving your clock management will reduce time-pressure errors and let you think better during important decisions.
- Tactical Vigilance: While your general strategic play is sound, there are moments in your losses where tactical awareness could be sharper. Practicing tactical puzzles regularly would help minimize oversights.
- Opening Variety and Responses: Expanding your opening repertoire or preparing specific responses to uncommon opponent choices can give you added confidence and options in the early game.
- Handling Opponent Pressure: Some losses feature positions where opponents build significant pressure early on (for example, in Alekhine's Defense games). Developing better defensive techniques and prophylactic moves will help you navigate such situations more confidently.
Next Steps for Improvement
- Incorporate regular tactical training sessions focusing on pattern recognition and calculation accuracy.
- Practice time control games with a focus on pacing yourself, leaving enough time for critical moves.
- Analyze your losses deeply, perhaps with engine assistance, to identify recurring mistakes or positional misunderstandings.
- Experiment with a few new opening lines to surprise your opponents and broaden your understanding.
Keep building on your strengths and addressing these areas gradually, and your overall play will become even more robust. Consistency and learning from every game are the keys to steady progress.
Good luck, and enjoy the journey to stronger chess!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Paweł Sowiński | 24W / 20L / 7D | View Games |
| Nicolas De La Colina | 22W / 12L / 2D | View Games |
| yellowfalmingo | 21W / 7L / 3D | View Games |
| javicio | 22W / 8L / 0D | View Games |
| Alfonso Jose Alfaro Rojas | 19W / 7L / 2D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2901 | 3000 | 2472 | 1635 |
| 2024 | 2852 | 2801 | 2472 | 1802 |
| 2023 | 2639 | 2822 | 2467 | 1562 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 109W / 40L / 19D | 104W / 43L / 17D | 88.2 |
| 2024 | 522W / 279L / 81D | 500W / 297L / 80D | 86.0 |
| 2023 | 310W / 129L / 27D | 274W / 160L / 42D | 84.2 |
Openings: Most Played
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Czech Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Pirc Defense: Classical Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| English Opening: Drill Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Alekhine Defense | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Nimzo-Indian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| English Opening: Agincourt Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Indian Defense: Przepiorka Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Amazon Attack | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nimzo-Larsen Attack | 202 | 123 | 67 | 12 | 60.9% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 101 | 64 | 30 | 7 | 63.4% |
| Amar Gambit | 71 | 45 | 23 | 3 | 63.4% |
| Modern | 65 | 41 | 19 | 5 | 63.1% |
| Australian Defense | 63 | 43 | 18 | 2 | 68.2% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 63 | 40 | 20 | 3 | 63.5% |
| Modern Defense | 44 | 24 | 16 | 4 | 54.5% |
| Benoni Defense: Benoni Gambit Accepted | 33 | 19 | 12 | 2 | 57.6% |
| French Defense | 32 | 22 | 9 | 1 | 68.8% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 31 | 22 | 6 | 3 | 71.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amar Gambit | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| King's Indian Attack: French Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation, Sherzer Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Queen's Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Traditional Variation, Main Line | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Réti Opening | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caro-Kann Defense | 88 | 48 | 28 | 12 | 54.5% |
| Czech Defense | 77 | 42 | 23 | 12 | 54.5% |
| Modern | 72 | 50 | 19 | 3 | 69.4% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 42 | 27 | 12 | 3 | 64.3% |
| Amar Gambit | 41 | 31 | 9 | 1 | 75.6% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 39 | 18 | 17 | 4 | 46.1% |
| Modern Defense | 39 | 24 | 12 | 3 | 61.5% |
| English Opening: Agincourt Defense | 34 | 20 | 9 | 5 | 58.8% |
| Nimzo-Larsen Attack | 34 | 19 | 13 | 2 | 55.9% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 34 | 21 | 8 | 5 | 61.8% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 19 | 0 |
| Losing | 9 | 2 |