Мария Бутук WIM

Мария Бутук: Queen of the Chessboard and WIM Extraordinaire

Meet Мария Бутук, proudly carrying the prestigious title of Woman International Master (WIM) granted by FIDE. With a sharp mind and a fierce competitive spirit, Мария has made her mark in rapid, blitz, daily, and even bullet chess formats.

Rise and Rating

Starting from modest beginnings around 2020, Мария quickly climbed the ranks, smashing through rating ceilings with a jaw-dropping Rapid peak at 2251 and a blitz zenith hovering around 2313. Her rapid and blitz play have especially dazzled chess fans, revealing a mix of solid technique and daring tactics.

Playing Style & Strengths

What sets Мария apart? Her endgame prowess manifests in nearly 60% frequency, with an impressive knack for coming back from tough spots: boasting a 73% comeback rate and even a 100% win rate after losing a piece. In other words, don't expect her to fold early — she fights like a chess gladiator, often outlasting opponents in long, grueling battles averaging over 63 moves per win.

Impressive Streaks & Records

Her longest winning streak rings in at a whopping 31 games, while her current streak keeps the momentum alive at 2. Opponents beware: she has a knack for precision, with solid win rates on most days, especially Mondays (70%) and evenings around 18:00 (95% win rate). Clearly, Мария’s chess senses are at their peak when the sun starts to set.

Favorite Opponents & Rivalries

She’s clashed most with stepan_kunevich (121 games) and secured an 83% win rate against him, proving dominance over familiar foes. Though some challengers like gabriel-france and ljtoom kept her on her toes with 0% win rates, Мария’s relentless spirit means those statistics are just invitations for future revenge matches!

A Bit of Fun

Known in the darker hours of the chess world for a tilt factor of only 6 — low enough to suggest she’s probably drinking a cup of calm tea while her opponents rage silently — Мария proves that cool-headedness is key. Whether on a blitz battlefield or a slow daily duel, her “Top Secret” opening seems to be a mystery her opponents only guess at — but rarely defeat.

In short, Мария Бутук is not just a player; she’s a tactical ninja, an endgame whisperer, and a chess story waiting to be told. Watch closely the next time she steps up — because she’s always ready to turn a chessboard into her own personal kingdom.