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Zoltan Medvegy GM

Medvegy Budapest Since 2013 (Inactive) Chess.com ♟♟
62.9%- 31.1%- 6.0%
Bullet 2713
322W 143L 21D
Blitz 2601
1947W 1057L 202D
Rapid 2581
163W 3L 8D

Zoltan Medvegy: The Grandmaster with a Secret Opening

Meet Zoltan Medvegy, a chess Grandmaster who doesn’t just play the game—he dominates it with style and a sprinkle of mystery. Awarded the esteemed Grandmaster title by FIDE, Medvegy has been wreaking strategic havoc on chessboards since at least 2013, backed by a thrilling rating climb and a win rate that would make even the toughest opponents sweat.

Career Highlights

  • Peak Blitz Rating: An eye-popping 2681 in October 2018 – enough to make any bullet timer nervous.
  • Peak Bullet Rating: Reached a lightning-fast 2645 in April 2018, proving speed and precision are his best friends.
  • Peak Rapid Rating: An impressive 2581 in March 2022, showing his adaptability across formats.

Style and Strategy

Medvegy’s playing style is as refined as a vintage wine. With a masterful balance between offense and defense, he boasts a White Win Rate of 65.4% and a Black Win Rate of 62.5%—seriously, the guy wins more than he loses, regardless of color.
His endgame prowess pops up in nearly 82% of his matches, revealing a patience and tactical awareness that makes him a nightmare to face once the board clears. And if he ever drops a piece? No worries! His comeback rate clocks in at a staggering 86%, clearly a player who believes no setback is permanent.

Unstoppable Streaks & Rivalries

With a longest winning streak of 46 games, Medvegy could probably use that time to write a chess novel—if he ever put down the pieces. Currently, he’s on a hot 9-game winning streak.
Among his favorite opponents is “yasargil,” against whom Medvegy has a fierce 90% win rate, and “josephyossi,” where he’s practically perfected an unbeatable recipe with a 99.22% success rate. Suffice to say, if you’re on his opponent list, you better be ready for a battle of clever tactics and ruthless precision.

Opening Mystery

The secret sauce in Medvegy’s game? A juicy, meticulously guarded “Top Secret” opening that’s powered over 3300 games—yes, you read that right. Opponents never know what hit them, with a win rate of over 66% in Bullet chess and 61% in Blitz, using this enigmatic approach. Whatever’s inside this “Top Secret” opening, it’s clearly working wonders.

A Winning Mantra

When asked about his secret to success, Medvegy would probably shrug and say it’s all about timing—his best hour to play is midnight, where his win rate hits a mythical 100%. Whether he’s conquering the board or sleeping off his last victory, this Grandmaster keeps his focus razor-sharp and his game unpredictable.

Recent Triumph

On April 24, 2024, Medvegy sealed a swift victory with the Reti Opening against victornajib331, winning after a precise and strategic attack that forced a resignation in just 25 moves. A true demonstration of Grandmaster brilliance!

In the world of chess, Zoltan Medvegy isn’t just a player—he’s a force of nature, a mystery wrapped in a riddle, and definitely someone you don’t want to face when the clock is ticking.

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