Nikolai Kabanov GM

Grandmaster Nikolai Kabanov

Nikolai Kabanov, known in the digital chess realm by the username N4700000, is a formidable Grandmaster recognized by FIDE. His journey through the ranks has been a rollercoaster of tactical brilliance, endurance, and the occasional heroic comeback. With a penchant for blitz chess, Nikolai has dazzled opponents across countless battles, achieving a peak blitz rating of an impressive 2556 in October 2023.

A Blitz Virtuoso

Nikolai’s blitz career reads like a thriller novel. Starting out humbly in 2018 with a blitz rating under 2000, he quickly skyrocketed, smashing through the 2300, 2400, and finally smashing into 2500+ territory over the years. His extensive track record boasts over 937 blitz games in a single opening system, affectionately dubbed “Top Secret,” where he maintains a strong 57.5% win rate. This mysterious opening might just be the chess world's best-kept secret, or perhaps Nikolai simply likes to keep his opponents guessing!

Opening Moves & Tactical Style

Favoring deep, grinding positional play, Nikolai tends to savor the endgame — with a penchant for engaging it in nearly 79% of his games. His average moves per win (~70 moves) reveal a love for marathon matches where patience and precision win the day. When pieces are lost, Nikolai’s tenacity shines: he bounces back with an 83% comeback rate and wins more than half the games even after losing a piece. Resignation happens rarely, both by him and against him, proving he fights until the final clock tick.

Rapid & Bullet – Speed Demons Beware

Although blitz is his playground, Nikolai’s rapid rating peaked near 2545 in May 2020, showcasing his versatility across time controls. Bullet chess is newer territory, but with a recent peak of 2313, it’s clear that even lightning-fast decisions are within his grasp — though his bullet win rate suggests he may soon adopt a “slow and steady” wisdom to vanquish opponents faster than the blink of an eye.

Psychological Arsenal & Playing Hours

Known for his iron will, Nikolai's tilt factor is a low 6, meaning he rarely lets frustration undo his play. His best time to strike? Around 10:00 AM and evenings, where his win rates skyrocket, including an incredible 85% success rate at 10 AM and nearly 79% at 10 PM hours. Opponents beware: challenging Nikolai on a Sunday or Friday might feel like walking into a cozy volcano of chess fury, with win rates exceeding 70% on Sundays!

Notable Opponents & Records

Nikolai has tangled with some familiar faces — including opponents like arthur27 and muh4m4t — maintaining a competitive edge and an enviable record against many foes. While his win rates against some adversaries hover near perfection, he also demonstrates sportsmanship by occasionally handing out chances (rarely!), maintaining a colorful, challenging career.

Memorable Battles

His most recent victories involve intricate endgames and tactical precision, often clinching wins by time or resignation, displaying both strategic mastery and psychological savvy. And when the unexpected loss happens, Nikolai’s resilience ensures he’s back on the board, calculating and plotting his triumphant return.

Final Checkmate

In short, Grandmaster Nikolai Kabanov is a chess gladiator blending speed, strategy, and endurance. Whether blitzing through unknown openings, or grinding down opponents in lengthy endgames, his style is equal parts mystery, endurance, and cunning — a player your chess engine secretly wishes it could avoid!