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najib

Username: najib2008o

Playing Since: 2023-02-24 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟

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Daily: 785
4W / 5L / 1D
Rapid: 909
463W / 437L / 27D
Blitz: 409
118W / 102L / 5D
Bullet: 307
73W / 69L / 0D

Najib2008o: The Relentless Chess Adventurer

Meet Najib, known in the chess cosmos as najib2008o, a fearless battler on the 64 squares who’s been dancing with pawns and knights across all time controls. Whether it’s the lightning-fast blitz or the strategic long-haul of daily chess, Najib proves time and again that perseverance trumps perfection—because let’s be honest, who doesn't love a good comeback story?

Rating Rollercoaster & Stats Snapshot

Najib’s chess journey has been nothing short of a thrilling rollercoaster ride. From grappling with a blitz rating low of 100 to soaring to a peak blitz score of 439 in October 2023, his rapid and bullet performances tell tales of a player who learns fast and fights harder. His rapid peak rating hit an impressive 992, dabbling with near-grandmaster territory before settling around a spirited 749 recently. In bullet, he’s reached a top speed rating of 694, and in daily chess, Najib proudly boasts a peak of 1217—a testament to his endurance and thoughtful play.

A Tactical Mind with a Dash of Humor

Najib’s love for the Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation is legendary, especially in blitz where he commands an impressive 81% win rate—clearly, a favorite weapon for disarming opponents. His opening repertoire is as eclectic as his game record, dabbling from French Defenses to the whimsical Englund Gambit, keeping foes guessing and spectators entertained.

With an early resignation rate of 14%, Najib knows when to throw in the towel (or pretend to) but never shies away from grinding through endgames, boasting an endgame frequency north of 37%. His resilience shines through a high comeback rate of nearly 69%, showing that even when the tides turn, Najib is ready to flip the board in his favor.

The Drama of Recent Battles

Latest victories include a brutal checkmate victory over “bhagawatbbhosal15” and a classy resignation win in the French Defense Knight Variation against “xxxKarllztejele02”. His games are not just about winning but about experiencing the drama of chess—from razor-thin escapes to tactical fireworks. And yes, he’s had his share of losses too, sometimes by time forfeits or cunning opponents, but each defeat is just another plot twist in Najib’s ongoing chess saga.

Personality & Playing Style

A player who laughs in the face of losing streaks (he’s powered through as many as 9 in a row), Najib’s style is a blend of sharp tactics, patient endgames, and a pinch of madness that keeps opponents on their toes. His favorite time to pounce is around 4 AM—when the rest of the world sleeps and Najib is plotting his next strategic masterpiece, possibly with a cup of coffee in hand.

Whether battling knights, bishops, or his sleep deprivation, Najib is a player to watch—not just for his moves but for the lively spirit he brings to every match. After all, chess is a game of kings and queens, but also of fun, flair, and a bit of madness.

Keep your eyes on najib2008o — his next move is always worth watching!


🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
mujammil77 0W / 1L / 0D
logeshsekar737 0W / 1L / 0D
mispelherbert 0W / 1L / 0D
kook163 1W / 0L / 0D
houssemmatoussi 1W / 0L / 0D
Most Played Opponents
yacin22 11W / 0L / 1D
abdou-007 1W / 4L / 0D
tatirr 3W / 2L / 0D
jasondoron 0W / 4L / 0D
oliviero_1 1W / 3L / 0D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 311 470 741 827
2024 641 182 573 932
2023 264 213 446 1217
Rating by Year2023202420251217182YearRatingBulletBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 150W / 120L / 8D 151W / 123L / 5D 47.1
2024 60W / 63L / 2D 65W / 57L / 4D 45.7
2023 80W / 79L / 5D 62W / 87L / 3D 41.5

Openings: Most Played

Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Modern Defense with 63 31 29 3 49.2%
Kings Fianchetto Opening 62 28 32 2 45.2%
Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation 44 22 20 2 50.0%
Kings Pawn Opening 42 26 15 1 61.9%
Queens Pawn Opening Horwitz Defense 33 15 17 1 45.5%
French Defense Knight Variation 22 10 12 0 45.5%
Queens Pawn Opening 21 11 10 0 52.4%
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 19 8 10 1 42.1%
Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Variation 17 4 10 3 23.5%
Queens Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense 16 6 9 1 37.5%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Queens Pawn Opening Horwitz Defense 22 12 9 1 54.5%
Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation 20 15 5 0 75.0%
French Defense 13 7 6 0 53.9%
Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Variation 13 10 3 0 76.9%
French Defense Knight Variation 10 4 5 1 40.0%
Modern Defense with 8 1 5 2 12.5%
Englund Gambit 8 4 4 0 50.0%
Kings Fianchetto Opening 7 2 5 0 28.6%
Indian Game 6 2 4 0 33.3%
Old Benoni Defense 6 2 4 0 33.3%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
French Defense Knight Variation 18 9 9 0 50.0%
Englund Gambit 15 7 8 0 46.7%
Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation 13 7 6 0 53.9%
Queens Pawn Opening Horwitz Defense 13 10 3 0 76.9%
French Defense 8 6 2 0 75.0%
London System 7 3 4 0 42.9%
Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Variation 7 4 3 0 57.1%
Indian Game 5 2 3 0 40.0%
Modern Defense with 4 1 3 0 25.0%
Kings Fianchetto Opening 4 0 4 0 0.0%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Kings Fianchetto Opening Dutch Defense 1 1 0 0 100.0%
London System 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 1 0 0 1 0.0%
Van t Kruijs Opening 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Variation 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Sicilian Defense 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Queens Pawn Opening 1 0 1 0 0.0%
French Defense Knight Variation 1 0 1 0 0.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 10 0
Losing 9 3