Anastasia Travkina (aka NewYearGirl)
Woman International Master
Anastasia Travkina, better known in the chess world as NewYearGirl, is a formidable force on the blitz battlefield. Awarded the prestigious title of Woman International Master by FIDE, Anastasia combines sharp tactical acumen with a tenacious spirit—like a queen stalking the board with purpose and a hint of mischief.
Rating Rollercoaster & Playing Style
With a peak blitz rating soaring up to 2463 in early 2024, Anastasia has experienced the exhilarating highs and the humbling lows of fast-paced chess. Her win rate against opponents rated higher than her stands at a respectable 27%, showing she’s never one to shy away from a challenge. Against lower-rated foes? She racks up a dazzling 78% wins, proving mercy is scarce in her games.
Known for an impressive 91% comeback rate after losing a piece, Anastasia embodies the phrase “It’s not over until the king falls.” Her average game length hovers around 70 moves—a testament to her love for deep endgames and grinding out victories with patience and precision rather than instant checkmates.
Personality & Quirks
Anastasia’s psychological play is as intriguing as her strategic ones. Although her tilt factor of 10 hints at moments when the pieces refuse to cooperate, her favorite gaming hour is the witching hour at 11 PM—just when most mortals are winding down, she’s firing up brilliant combinations. Early resignation rates are low, which means she’s the kind of player who fights on until the very last pawn trembles.
When asked about losing streaks, she jokes, “Sometimes the pieces just want to party without me.” We believe the party’s always on whenever Anastasia is on the board.
Recent Battles
Just recently, Anastasia dethroned opponents with stylish victories by resignation and time-wins alike, showcasing her versatility. The latest triumph over AlexanderKing displayed a fierce tactical melee, culminating in a winning position so convincing her adversary ran out of time rather than moves. On the flip side, even the greats have off days; a tough loss in early 2025 to Kensei26 serves as a reminder that in chess, humility and humor go hand-in-hand.
Fun Fact
Despite the cold calculation of high-level chess, Anastasia’s username NewYearGirl suggests a spirit full of fresh starts and new beginnings—always ready to hatch a cunning plan, or crash the party of her opponents, fresh as the new year itself.