Mladen Milenkovic IM

Mladen Milenkovic (MLADEN73)

International Master Extraordinaire

Meet Mladen Milenkovic, the chess virtuoso who wields the title of International Master like a grandmaster wields a queen—strategically and with flair. While the world may know him as MLADEN73 on the digital battlefield, in the realm of tactical warfare he's a force to be reckoned with.

Rising Through the Ranks

Since bursting onto the blitz scene in 2018 with a humble 944 rating, Mladen has sprinted up the ladder to a peak blitz rating of 2609 as of January 2024—a meteoric rise that could give the knight a run for its money. His blitz win rate hovers near an aggressive 48%, with over 7,500 recorded games played under his “Top Secret” opening repertoire, yielding close to 3,600 wins. That’s a lot of victorious checkmates and frustrated opponents!

Master of the Clock

With a game-count ticking like the clock on a tight bullet match, Mladen demonstrates unwavering endurance and mental stamina—boasting a comeback rate of an astounding 88.6%. Losing a piece? No problem. With a 46% win rate after such setbacks, MLADEN73 shows opponents that even when you lose a pawn in life, you can still claim victory on the chessboard.

Playing Style & Personality

"Early resignation rate? Just 1.5%. They like a fight!" Mladen battles through the endgame with remarkable frequency—82% of games glide into the late stages, showing his love for deep, strategic play. Averaging over 74 moves in wins, patience and precision define his style. White pieces bring the best out of him, with a win rate of 51.3%, while Black pieces have their moments of glory at 44.3%.

Fun fact: his “best time of day to play” is 1 AM. We can only imagine Mladen’s nocturnal inspiration—perhaps a mug of chess-fueled coffee and the gentle hum of midnight strategies whispering through the room.

Recent Battles & Notable Games

In his latest recorded triumphs, Mladen has demonstrated both tactical cunning and steadfast resolve. Whether outwitting an opponent by resignation or sneaking a victory on time, MLADEN73 rarely leaves the board without leaving a mark. His most recent wins feature strategic pawn storms and well-timed piece trades, including a breathtaking victory in a Vienna Game where he forced resignation after a masterful exchange sequence.

Of course, even the best stumble. Mladen’s most recent loss came in a nail-biting time scramble; a reminder that even International Masters sometimes let the clock slip as they plot their next brilliant move.

Opponent Favorites

Among Mladen’s many opponents, a few have become familiar rivals: ucitelot (88 games), mightymove (61 games), and vjetropir222 (55 games). While his win rate swings depending on the challenger, it's obvious that MLADEN73 thrives on competition—and maybe a little friendly trash talk.

In Summary

Mladen Milenkovic is more than just an International Master; he’s a blitz battler, a rapid strategist, and a late-night mind warrior who refuses to quit early. With a career full of bold moves and a penchant for thrilling comebacks, MLADEN73 invites chess fans everywhere to either join the fray or bow gracefully to a player who truly knows how to make every second—and every piece—count.