Vojtěch Zmátlo (Username: MAV0D)
Step aside grandmasters, here comes MAV0D — a crafty Czech chess player known for a blend of perseverance, tactical surprises, and the occasional heroic comeback. While his blitz rating might not threaten Magnus Carlsen just yet (peaking around 776), Vojtěch consistently shows grit and improvement across all formats, with rapid chess being his shining star: a peak rating surpassing 1100, proving he’s no stranger to burning the midnight oil over the 64 squares.
Since first making waves in rapid chess back in 2021 with a solid 696 rating, Vojtěch has relentlessly climbed the ranks, pushing into the 1100+ territory by mid-2024 — a testament to his dedication and love for the game. His blitz and bullet records may be a rollercoaster, but hey, everyone enjoys a little drama: Vojtěch’s comeback rate is an impressive 67%, showing that even when the chips are down, he rarely folds — instead, he plots a sneaky counterattack. Not to mention, his endgame frequency clocks in at over 52%, so don’t expect him to quit early; he likes to make you sweat.
Analysis of his playing style reveals a balanced approach: average game lengths hover around the mid-50s in moves whether winning or losing, and his win rates are nearly identical playing white or black (around 50%). Interestingly, his nerves seem best in the wee hours — his top time to play is 4:00 AM. So if you want to catch MAV0D at his peak, you might have to set an alarm.
Opening repertoire highlights:
- Giuoco Piano Game and its Pianissimo Variation are among his favorites, boasting win rates north of 66% in blitz and 80% in rapid — a clear comfort zone for precise positioning and patient attacks.
- The Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation also sees respectable success, showing his versatility in handling complex middlegame positions.
Whether it’s a quick bullet skirmish or a thoughtful daily duel, Vojtěch’s resilience is clear: over 500 wins across all formats, with no shortage of nail-biting finishes and clever resignations (mostly from his opponents!). And rest assured, when MAV0D wins, it’s often by resignation or checkmate, rarely relying on timeouts — showing he prefers checkmating over chess clock victories.
Recent battles have featured thrilling wins by checkmate and resignation, as well as some losses reminding us all that even MAV0D has those “oops” moments. But that’s the charm of chess — a game of endless learning and never-ending fun.
Outside the board, whether he's crushing opponents or plotting his next move, Vojtěch Zmátlo embodies the spirit of the dedicated club player: passionate, humorously humble, and always ready for the next challenge. So if you find yourself matched against MAV0D, beware — he just might make you question every move while humming an impish tune.
