Муслим Хамхоев (Muslim1972)
Meet Муслим Хамхоев, aka Muslim1972, a blitz warrior known for a rollercoaster rating journey with highs and some humbling lows—a true fighter who blossoms under fire. His peak blitz rating hit a respectable 1733 in early 2024, with a rapid peak climbing even higher to 1879 by May 2025. That’s a player who can think fast and strike harder!
With over 27,000 blitz games logged, it’s clear Муслим loves to keep the pieces flying and the clock ticking. Known for his tenacity, his longest winning streak tops out at an impressive 14 games, while his longest losing streak—24 games—reminds us all that even the best have off days. But with a comeback rate of 86%, giving up is not in his vocabulary.
Playing Style and Personality
Муслим is a strategist who likes to drag games into the endgame, with a preference for lengthy battles — his average winning game clocks nearly 67 moves, and his losses even more (87 moves on average). He seems to prefer fighting to the last pawn, showing a strong survival instinct and tactical awareness. A tilt factor of 24 shows he’s human after all, but his psychological recovery powers him back into the fight.
His opening repertoire is eclectic, though Center Game Accepted and the Scandinavian Defense pop up regularly in his blitz play. He seems to delight in surprise and complexity—kind of like a chess ninja with a fast mouse and a keen eye!
Recent Performance Highlights
His latest victory was a dazzling game on June 4, 2025, where he outmaneuvered an opponent using the Center Game Accepted, forcing a resignation after a tactical queen promotion. Whether it’s a cheeky gambit or a methodical endgame queen march, Муслим knows how to finish strong.
But don't be fooled by the rollercoaster — his win rate against slightly lower-rated opponents is a solid 62%, proving he dominates when favored, yet he bravely battles tougher foes with a 43% win rate, often opting for creative and sometimes mysterious "Top Secret" opening lines.
Fun Facts
- His best time to play is around 3 AM — when the world sleeps, Муслим plots his next checkmate!
- He occasionally resigns early (just under 1% of games), mostly because even warriors know when to save their energy for the next battle.
- Average game length hints he’s in no rush—patience is his secret weapon.
In short, Муслим Хамхоев is your friendly neighborhood chess gladiator: relentless, creative, and always ready for another game. Whether blitz or rapid, he's a player to watch and a worthy adversary to respect!
