Profile: Mina Wael Sabry (aka MinaWael23)
FIDE Master & Blitz Machine Extraordinaire
Meet Mina Wael Sabry, a formidable force on the digital chessboard and a proud bearer of the prestigious FIDE Master title. Mina's chess journey is like riding a rollercoaster—full of thrilling highs, daring comebacks, and a sprinkle of satire when the pawns get sneaky.
Rating Snapshot
- Peak Blitz Rating: A staggering 2789 in May 2025 — practically Grandmaster territory and oh-so-close to immortalizing Mina in the blitz hall of fame.
- Peak Bullet Rating: 2755, showing lightning-fast tactics that leave opponents blinking.
- Rapid Peak: 2124, proving that Mina doesn't just blitz but also commands the tempo in longer games.
Playing Style & Strengths
When Mina sits at the board, expect a battle of wits lasting on average about 85 moves—a true strategist who thrives in the endgame (over 80% frequency!). With a comeback rate nearing 91%, giving up is simply not in Mina’s vocabulary. Losing a piece? No problem, Mina’s win rate after losing material is a respectable 43%.
Early resignations are rare (1.07%), reflecting a resilient warrior spirit, complemented by a psychological tilt factor of 17 — so even when the chips are down, Mina stays remarkably composed... most of the time.
Signature Openings & Noteworthy Repertoire
- Queens Pawn Openings: Mina shows a special liking for the Chigorin and Pseudo Catalan Variations, wielding them with a win rate above 50%.
- Indian Game & Catalan: With solid success here, Mina fashions rich middlegame battles peppered with tactical fireworks.
- Sicilian Defense Najdorf: Mina ventures into this wild territory with decent results, turning the tides in those razor-sharp skirmishes.
- And let's not forget the trusty "Unknown Opening" — Mina's canvas for creative chaos with thousands of games played, proving innovation leads to triumphs and occasional frustration.
Stats & Quirks
Over thousands of games, Mina has balanced wins and losses in blitz (1460 wins vs 1603 losses) and a respectable 408 wins in bullet. Rapid is a fortress with zero recorded losses! The daily rating steadies at a solid 1600, even if daily games are just a casual warmup.
Time of day matters too: Mina's absolute prime time is the mysterious 1 AM slot when the mind is sharpest and opponents are probably dreaming of losing queens.
Recent Chess Drama: Victory in the Catalan Opera
In an intense battle against moroccanchess23, Mina meticulously orchestrated a Catalan Opening Closed, prompting a resignation at move 46 after a grueling 85-move saga. A true testament to Mina's stamina and strategic mastery.
Final Thoughts
Mina Wael Sabry is not just a player; they’re a blitz whisperer, an endgame magician, and sometimes, a relentless tactician who refuses to admit defeat gracefully. Whether sprawling over 85 moves or zipping through bullet games, Mina’s chess narrative is an inspiring blend of passion, grit, and a healthy dose of fun.
Overall Performance Highlights
Mina Wael Sabry, your recent rapid games show a strong upward trajectory. Your strength adjusted win rate is impressive at nearly 80%, indicating you are consistently outperforming your rating level. Additionally, your rating has improved significantly with a gain of 37 points in the last month and 153 points over six months. The positive trend slopes in both the short and long term reflect your ongoing progress, with steady improvements over 1, 3, 6, and 12 months.
Opening Play
Your choice of openings, including popular lines like the Closed Sicilian Defense, Giuoco Piano, and Smith-Morra Gambit, shows that you are comfortable in a variety of positions. Your recent wins confirm effective use of these openings. For example, in one game, the early exchange in the Closed Sicilian led to a strong middle-game position where you seized the initiative quickly.
- Continue to reinforce your comfort with these lines and explore possible novelties to surprise opponents.
- Pay special attention to maintaining balance in the opening phase to smoothly transition into a favorable middle game.
Middle Game and Tactical Play
Your games display a good ability to capitalize on tactical opportunities, such as exchanging queens to transition into advantageous endgames or leveraging strong piece placement. Your attentiveness to opponent threats is notable, though some losses indicate moments where tactical oversight allowed the opponent to gain the upper hand.
- Work on double-checking moves for potential counter threats before committing to exchanges.
- Practice common tactical motifs to sharpen your alertness during complex positions.
Endgame Strength
Your victories often come down to skillful endgame play, converting small advantages consistently. This is a crucial strength in the rapid time control. However, occasional losses by resignation suggest some endgames where defense could be improved.
- Study typical endgame patterns especially related to rook and pawn endgames.
- Focus on improving resistance in difficult endgames to potentially save more games.
Constructive Suggestions
- Continue your positive momentum and maintain confidence in your solid openings and tactical awareness.
- Invest extra practice time into tactical puzzles to reduce unforced errors seen in some losses.
- Analyze critical moments in lost games where the position shifted unfavorably, especially focusing on defensive moves and avoiding premature concessions.
- Regularly review endgame fundamentals to convert more endgame scenarios with clinical precision.
- Consider post-game reviews to deepen understanding and correct recurring patterns in your play.
Keep it Up!
You are making great strides as a player. With continued dedication to sharpening your opening repertoire, tactical vigilance, and endgame mastery, your rapid play will become even stronger. Keep enjoying the game and honing your skills — your potential is evident!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| PracticeMakesOK | 14W / 24L / 4D | |
| David George Samir | 19W / 13L / 4D | |
| Ahmed Kandil | 13W / 12L / 5D | |
| Tiago Pereira Rodrigues | 15W / 13L / 1D | |
| Andy Woodward | 1W / 22L / 1D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2645 | 2703 | 2351 | |
| 2024 | 2486 | 2565 | 2016 | 1600 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1000W / 984L / 177D | 930W / 1078L / 159D | 87.0 |
| 2024 | 512W / 496L / 82D | 460W / 564L / 72D | 83.5 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Attack | 298 | 154 | 123 | 21 | 51.7% |
| Döry Defense | 204 | 79 | 103 | 22 | 38.7% |
| Sicilian Defense | 184 | 87 | 82 | 15 | 47.3% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 181 | 85 | 83 | 13 | 47.0% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 169 | 82 | 68 | 19 | 48.5% |
| English Opening: Agincourt Defense | 104 | 41 | 50 | 13 | 39.4% |
| Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation | 102 | 30 | 61 | 11 | 29.4% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 90 | 38 | 48 | 4 | 42.2% |
| Australian Defense | 83 | 30 | 47 | 6 | 36.1% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 81 | 28 | 50 | 3 | 34.6% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Attack | 12 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 75.0% |
| Sicilian Defense | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bird Opening: Dutch Variation, Batavo Gambit | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Catalan Opening: Open Defense, Classical Line | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Ruy Lopez: Closed | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Dutch Defense | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| King's Indian Defense | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Gruenfeld: Exchange Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 93 | 39 | 50 | 4 | 41.9% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 80 | 38 | 37 | 5 | 47.5% |
| Australian Defense | 62 | 32 | 29 | 1 | 51.6% |
| Amar Gambit | 60 | 25 | 32 | 3 | 41.7% |
| Nimzo-Larsen Attack | 58 | 21 | 34 | 3 | 36.2% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 56 | 20 | 33 | 3 | 35.7% |
| Alekhine Defense | 47 | 19 | 25 | 3 | 40.4% |
| Döry Defense | 42 | 25 | 17 | 0 | 59.5% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 39 | 18 | 17 | 4 | 46.1% |
| French Defense: Exchange Variation | 38 | 22 | 12 | 4 | 57.9% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 29 | 0 |
| Losing | 17 | 3 |