Grandmaster Stay Focused (aka Matenkatz)
Meet Stay Focused, the chess Grandmaster whose username Matenkatz hints at a mystical feline-like precision and laser-sharp concentration. With a peak blitz rating soaring beyond 3000 (yes, 3018 to be exact), this player truly embodies their moniker — keeping their eyes on the prize and the pawns on the board.
A Career in a Nutshell
Rising swiftly through the ranks, Stay Focused has conquered the fast-paced Bullet realm with a maximum rating nearing 2900 and has dazzled in Blitz with an 84% win rate over nearly 40 games. Their style? Less of a guessing game and more of a calculated strike: an average of 64 moves per win shows they relish a good, thorough fight, while their resilience shines through with a remarkable 83.55% comeback rate. Losing a piece? No sweat — they bounce back victorious over 70% of the time.
Playing Style & Psychology
With a tilt factor rated at a mere 5, this GM hardly ever lets the frustrations of the game get under their skin. Their best ramp-up time? The eerily effective 4 a.m. hour — proof that coffee and chess can indeed be the quintessential power combo.
They aren’t known for early resignations (a tiny 2% rate), preferring to fight hard in endgames, which come up in nearly 73% of their matches. White pieces or black, Stay Focused wins comfortably with a win rate hovering around 70%, proving they’re equally dangerous no matter their side.
Records & Rivalries
Among their most played opponents, econpower and twitch_elhamblitz05 have seen over 70 games combined against Stay Focused — a testament to loyal rivalries that surely feature fiery encounters and strategic duels. Against some foes, this GM boasts perfect 100% win rates, while a handful of others manage to chip in a few wins, keeping things interesting.
Memorable Moment
One recent victory showcased Stay Focused’s strategic mastery in the Caro-Kann Defense’s Two Knights Attack, forcing a resignation in a brilliant endgame where calm patience outlasted all. If you ever wanted proof that grandmasters know how to squeeze out wins with style and a bit of flair, they are the living, breathing example.
A Funny Note
In the world of bullet and blitz blitzkrieg, where players sometimes blaze through games faster than you can say “checkmate,” Stay Focused reminds us all that cool-headed calculation — and maybe a well-timed catnap — reign supreme. Just don’t try to distract them; as the name suggests, their focus is unbreakable.