Ruslan Musalov - International Master of Chess
Meet Ruslan Musalov, a tenacious International Master who has carved his name in the realm of chess with a sharp mind and a knack for tactical wizardry. Known on the boards as Mistango, Ruslan has a vibrant chess journey that speaks of dedication, speed, and resilience.
Rating Rollercoaster & Playing Style
From his blitz beginnings at a modest 1375 in 2015, Ruslan rocketed to an impressive peak blitz rating of 2785 in 2018, showcasing his rapid-fire decision making. His bullet games? Oh, he’s no slowpoke there either, boasting a peak at 2706 in 2024. Not just quick, he’s also sharp – with a comeback rate of 76.38% proving he refuses to lie down without a fight. When he loses a piece, he bounces back spectacularly, winning 84.79% of such games. Talk about turning lemons into checkmates!
Winning Streaks and Wins Galore
Ruslan’s longest winning streak clocks in at a staggering 29 games. At present, he’s riding a winning wave, currently at 2 wins on the trot. His blitz record features over 4,000 wins, indicating that the “Top Secret” opening repertoire of his blitz games (which sounds like it belongs in a spy novel) has been lethal to opponents.
The Psychological Fortitude
While his tilt factor (a fancy term for emotional fluctuations during play) is a manageable 13 - meaning he mostly keeps cool under pressure - his tendency to resign early is fairly low at about 12%. This means he fights hard, even when the odds seem stacked. Patience and perseverance clearly run through his chess veins, with average winning games lasting over 66 moves.
The Player Behind the Moves
A versatile competitor, Ruslan shines brightest in rapid chess with an undefeated record and a perfect 100% win rate across 10 rapid games — basically, if you face him in rapid, prepare to bring your A-game!
Off the board, he finds his best playing hours scattered between dawn and dusk, with a peak win rate around 5 AM (yes, maybe chess is just more fun before sunrise) and another spike around 10 PM, perfect for night owls wanting to challenge a master.
Opponents Beware!
His opponents range widely, but Ruslan seems to relish a good challenge. Some players have found him an insurmountable obstacle, while others... well, their win rate hovers closer to Russia’s freezing winters than a sunny summer.
In summary, Ruslan Musalov is the chess player you want on your side or far, far away across the board. With intellect, speed, and resilience, he's a formidable master ready to outwit, outplay, and outlast.