MilanoNavigli: The International Master With a Tactical Twist
Meet MilanoNavigli, an International Master who navigates the chessboard with the finesse of a gondolier in the famous Milan canals, only instead of water, they steer through waves of pawns, knights, and bishops. With a peak bullet rating soaring above 2500 in 2013, MilanoNavigli proves speed and precision are their natural element.
Known for an extraordinary comeback rate of over 90% and the unbelievable ability to win every single game after losing a piece, MilanoNavigli’s resilience is legendary. Opponents beware: what may seem like a small material advantage could quickly turn into a disaster zone for them.
Their style is a patient one, embracing grueling endgames in more than 80% of their matches, often playing long matches that stretch well beyond 80 moves. They don’t just play chess — they endure and outwit.
Despite this serious skill set, they keep it interesting on the board with a surprisingly low early resignation rate of just 1.19%, meaning MilanoNavigli fights on till the final move, or until the opponent calls for water.
When asked about favorite openings, “Top Secret” was their cheeky answer, backed by data showing a consistent 50% win rate in bullet and just over 40% in blitz with that mysterious approach.
Offline, MilanoNavigli’s tilt factor of 11 reminds us even IMs have their off days — but not on Tuesday, when their win rate peaks at a sunny 55%. Early morning games at 8 AM showcase a dazzling 60% win rate, so perhaps catching them before caffeine hits isn’t the best strategy.
Regular opponents like ripper11 and guillead1 have tried to crack the code, but MilanoNavigli holds a respectable edge, particularly against tricky foes like gektar88 and meysam_ro with win rates hovering around 67% or better. Even the mighty carlsen_phil27 faces a challenge, with a 57% success rate for MilanoNavigli.
Whether blitz or bullet, with their tactical genius and staying power, MilanoNavigli exemplifies why chess is not just a game, but a true battle of wits, nerves, and endurance.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| ripper11 | 14W / 23L / 5D | View Games |
| Guillermo Di Benedetto | 19W / 20L / 2D | View Games |
| Falko Bindrich | 8W / 29L / 0D | View Games |
| Alcon John Datu | 16W / 14L / 1D | View Games |
| Gevorg Harutjunyan | 8W / 19L / 1D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 2403 | |||
| 2013 | 2416 | 2249 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 0W / 0L / 0D | 0W / 2L / 0D | 57.0 |
| 2013 | 291W / 234L / 29D | 260W / 267L / 24D | 83.3 |
Openings: Most Played
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 1026 | 518 | 461 | 47 | 50.5% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 81 | 33 | 42 | 6 | 40.7% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 10 | 0 |
| Losing | 11 | 2 |