Илья Азмуханов - aka "Ministrka"
Welcome to the rollercoaster world of Илья Азмуханов, a chess enthusiast whose blitz, rapid, and bullet ratings read like a thrilling novel with unexpected twists and turns. Often wielding the username Ministrka, Илья combines resilience and tactical guts, proving time and again that even in the face of tough odds, perseverance pays off.
Career Highlights & Style
- Peak Ratings: Blitz 431 (Aug 2024), Rapid 499 (Sep 2021), Bullet 433 (Aug 2021) - clearly a versatile player unafraid of any time control.
- Playing Style: Илья is no quitter with a modest 12.8% early resignation rate, and loves maneuvering endgames (35% frequency) with an average of 46 moves per win, proving patience is a virtue.
- Tactical Awareness: Incredible 60.58% comeback rate! Илья often turns sour situations sweet—a nightmare for opponents who think they've won.
Opening Repertoire
Whether it’s the aggressive Italian Game boasting a win rate near 59% in blitz or the ever-tricky Sicilian Defense almost breaking even, Илья’s opening choices reflect versatility and a strategic mind. Bonus points for battling with Scandinavian and Philidor defenses, showing a taste for the less conventional.
Recent Battles
His most recent wins showcase a well-rounded approach: a swift victory by resignation in an Italian Game, a precise checkmate in the French Defense, and a last-second time win in the Queen’s Pawn Opening. His losses? Well, those are just comebacks in training - checkmate by opponents with wicked moves like Badshasajeel keep Илья sharp and humble.
Fun Facts & Quirks
- His most terrifying streak? A winning streak of 9 games, showing when he’s on, there’s no stopping him.
- On the flip side, he's endured 11 straight losses, proving even chess warriors have their dark days.
- Playing at 20:00 hours? That’s Илья’s magic hour, boasting one of his highest win rates—maybe it’s the perfect cup of tea or just nighttime genius kicking in!
Personality Snapshot
Илья is a fighter who loves to challenge the spotlight and never backs down from a fight, even when the odds are stacked. His win-loss record tells a story of countless battles—514 blitz losses counterbalanced by 458 wins, and an almost even rapid tally of 894 wins to 903 losses. Draws are just boring, right?
Whether lighting up the board with bishops in an Italian Game or conjuring deep endgame magic, Илья Азмуханов’s chess journey is a testament to passion, persistence, and the joy of the game.
