Dejan Djordjevic - The FIDE Master with a Blitz Flair
Dejan Djordjevic, known in the online chess realm as midedu, proudly holds the title of FIDE Master, a testament to their skill and dedication on the 64 squares. With lightning-fast reflexes and a strategic mind honed through countless battles in rapid and blitz chess, Dejan’s playstyle is as dynamic as it is resilient.
Chess Journey & Achievements
Dejan has navigated his chess career through an impressive rating progression, reaching a peak blitz rating of 2337 in November 2021 and a rapid peak of 2374 the same year. These numbers aren’t just statistics — they're the scoreboard of a player who thrives under pressure with a calculated aggression and a knack for seizing opportunities.
Playing Style & Strengths
Known for an early resignation rate under 1% (yes, Dejan isn't one to throw in the towel lightly), and an eagerness to play long endgames (a whopping 81% endgame frequency), this player knows how to drag the opponent into a war of wits and stamina. Dejan’s average winning game lasts about 67 moves — enough time for a dramatic chess novel to unfold.
With a White win rate near 70% and an almost equally fierce Black win rate of 68.5%, midedu dominates both sides of the board. Their tactical awareness is sharp too, boasting a comeback rate of over 75% and a resilient win rate of 66% even after losing a piece. This is a player who knows how to turn highs and lows into a winning story — or at least a good bluff.
Opening Preferences
Dejan loves to stir the pot early on with the Sicilian Defense, particularly the Old Sicilian Variation in blitz games, maintaining a strong win rate above 79% in this opening alone. Closed Sicilian and Giuoco Piano are also in his arsenal with impressive results, showing both a taste for Italian delicacies and Sicilian spice.
Recent Highlights
Fresh off the board, Dejan clinched a victory in a thrilling blitz match by outmaneuvering their opponent with the Old Sicilian Defense — winning on time with the clock as their trusty sidekick. Even in defeat, the tough battles fought show resilience and eagerness to learn from every move lost or won.
A Fun Fact
Did you know? Dejan’s best hours to unleash chess genius are when the sun is barely up, with an unbeatable win rate at 6 AM and a mysterious 100% win rate at 6 AM in blitz games — champion of morning chess warriors everywhere!
Whether playing for glory or simply proving time control who’s boss, Dejan “midedu” Djordjevic remains a formidable competitor ready for the next check, mate, and maybe a cup of coffee.