Mariam Janiashvili - Woman FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Meet Mariam Janiashvili, a chess virtuoso who holds the prestigious title of Woman FIDE Master. With a tactical mind sharper than a freshly honed knight’s blade and an endgame finesse rivaling the best, Mariam is a force to be reckoned with on the 64 squares.
Mariam’s blitz rating peaked impressively at 2440 in March 2020 — clearly capable of lightning-fast brilliance that leaves opponents staring at their boards, wondering what just happened. And if you think bullet chess is just a wild sprint, think again: Mariam’s bullet rating soared to an astonishing 2207 by October 2024, demonstrating a remarkable blend of speed and precision.
Not one to shy away from different formats, she has also shown dominance in daily chess with a peak rating near 1986, holding an undefeated streak in daily play with more wins than losses — zero losses, to be exact! If consistency were a chess piece, Mariam would be its queen.
Fun fact: Mariam has a comeback rate of 85.1%, which means when things look grim (and let’s admit it, chess is often grim), she pulls rabbits out of the hat more often than a seasoned magician. Opponents beware: just when you think you have her cornered, she strikes back with a winning combination that’s as surprising as it is beautiful.
Mariam’s favorite “opening”? Well, she loves a good mystery — a whopping 903 bullet games labeled with “Unknown Opening” with a solid win rate of 43.3%. But let’s not sell her short: she’s a master of the Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Main Line, too, with strategic victories under her belt.
When not plotting checkmates or perfecting pawn structures, Mariam enjoys the thrill of competitive play, tackling opponents from all around the world. She’s notorious for turning losses into lessons and always has a witty comeback — whether on the board or off.
In July and early morning hours, Mariam’s chess powers are at their peak, winning up to 100% of games played between midnight and dawn - a true night owl with a penchant for chess domination during those mysterious hours.
Whether facing a blitz blitzer or a bullet barrager, Mariam Janiashvili is a player who combines sharp intellect with resilient spirit and an occasional dash of cheeky humor. Keep an eye on this rising star — on and off the board, she's making moves worth watching.