anh ngoc mai

Profile Summary: Anh Ngoc Mai (maianhngoc)

Anh Ngoc Mai, known in the chess world as maianhngoc, is a seasoned player who blends serious determination with a touch of fun on the digital 64-square battlefield. With a flair for blitz and bullet chess, this player’s journey through the ratings tells a story of perseverance, comebacks, and the occasional roller-coaster ride.

Chess Journey

Starting around 2015 with a modest blitz rating near 1,000, maianhngoc quickly hustled upwards, peaking impressively at 2267 in blitz by 2020. Bullet chess has also been a playground for this player’s lightning-fast reflexes, reaching a peak rating of 2237. Rapid games reveal a strategic player too, topping out at 1767, proving it’s not only speed that dominates here.

Playing Style

This player tends to avoid early resignations (only about 2.2% resignation rate), fights hard in endgames, and enjoys a game that extends longer with an average of almost 69 moves per win. maianhngoc never gives up easily, boasting a remarkable 83.97% comeback rate after losing positions — a true phoenix of the board!

White pieces tend to bring slightly better luck with a win rate of 46.6% compared to 42.11% with Black, but regardless of the color, the battles are thrilling and unpredictable.

Strengths and Challenges

• Strikes best during the late hours — prime time to challenge maianhngoc is around 10 PM, when tactical awareness seems to be firing on all cylinders.
• Has a tilt factor of 15%, meaning occasional frustrations creep in, but never enough to keep the spirit down for long.
• Enjoys the elements of surprise and complexity, favoring lesser-known or "top secret" openings to keep opponents guessing.

Memorable Moments

Recent victories include enthusiastic wins by resignation, with clever opening play in variations of the Nimzowitsch-Larsen Attack, showcasing a balance of unorthodox creativity and solid technique. Even when the going gets tough, maianhngoc often claw back with resilience and wily moves, making every game a story worth telling.

Fun Fact

Despite the many ups and downs (including some losing streaks stretching up to 15 games), maianhngoc keeps coming back for more. It’s said that they have the stamina of a chess octopus, always ready with another tentacle to snatch victory out of thin air!

Whether you challenge maianhngoc in blitz, bullet, or rapid, be prepared for a fierce battle of both wits and nerves. And remember: never underestimate the player who bounces back with a staggering 84% comeback rate — these are the moments when legends are born.