Meet Nelleki
Nelleki is an enthusiastic and dedicated chess competitor recognized for steady growth and a fighting spirit across multiple time controls. Their journey began in 2021 and continues to show a committed pursuit of improvement in both Rapid and Daily formats.
Rating Evolution
- 2021 (Rapid): Reached 1010 at best, ending the year at 859.
- 2022 (Rapid): Climbed to 1185, wrapping up at 948.
- 2023 (Rapid): Peaked at 1295 with a final rating of 1007.
- 2024: Rapid concluded at 1148; Daily rated at 1200.
- 2025 (Rapid): Finished the year at 1149, maintaining momentum.
Overall Results and Style
Across Rapid games, Nelleki has a near-even record of 7120 wins and 7160 losses, plus 822 draws. Notably, with an endgame focus of 74.5% of matches and an average of over 76 moves per winning game, the depth of their strategic play stands out.
Opening preferences favor the King's Pawn Opening (Leonardis Variation), which appears in thousands of games. Despite a wide repertoire—including the Philidor Defense and Sicilian Defense—Nelleki routinely returns to these comfortable, tactical battlegrounds.
Noteworthy Traits
- Longest Winning Streak: 13 consecutive victories.
- Comeback Factor: 85% success when rebounding from tough positions; perfect 100% wins when down material speaks to tenacity and fighting spirit.
- Tilt Factor: Ranks modestly at 12, indicating balanced psychological resilience amid competitive pressures.
- White vs. Black: White sees a 48% win rate, with Black close behind at 46%, underscoring adaptability with both colors.
Whether exploiting endgames or launching precise attacks early on, Nelleki’s style blends patient maneuvering and tactical awareness. With every season, their mastery grows, making each year a fresh testament to their commitment to learning and love for the game.
