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Username: nomessi

Location: Lagos

Playing Since: 2013-05-02 (Inactive)

Wow Factor: ♟♟

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Rapid: 2207
7W / 2L / 2D
Blitz: 2525
187W / 104L / 18D

Bunmi Olape: The International Master with a Tactical Twist

Meet Bunmi Olape, a chess player who doesn’t just play the game but practically *lives* it on the 64 squares. Awarded the prestigious title of International Master by FIDE, Bunmi has proven time and again that strategy, endurance, and a sprinkle of mischief go hand-in-hand in chess mastery.

Starting with a respectable Blitz rating of 1387 back in 2013, Bunmi's journey has been nothing short of a thrilling chess novel. By 2020, Bunmi's Blitz rating skyrocketed to an impressive 2379, demonstrating not only a killer instinct but also a serious love for fast-paced battles. Their Rapid games tell a similar tale: a steady climb from 1344 in 2013 to a peak of 2285 in 2020.

Bunmi’s style? Think of it as the perfect blend of patience and guile. They average a whopping 72 moves per game regardless of win or loss, proving they don’t back down easily—endgames are their playground, with nearly 79% frequency. And when it comes to comebacks, Bunmi is a maestro, turning losing positions around almost 89% of the time! In fact, they've mastered turning the tables after losing a piece with a flawless 100% win rate in such scenarios. Talk about making lemonade out of captured lemons.

Psychological toughness? Check. With a tilt factor that’s practically negligible (just 5%), Bunmi keeps calm even when the pressure’s on—no dramatic tantrums here! Their win rates peak during late afternoons and early evenings, especially on Saturdays when their chances to conquer the board skyrocket to over 73%. Maybe it’s the weekend vibes or just Bunmi’s secret chess mojo.

If Bunmi Olape were a chess opening, they’d probably be the “Top Secret” – because opponents never quite know what’s coming. Over 300 Blitz games with this mysterious weapon have netted them a juicy 60% win rate. Opponents beware: Bunmi has an uncanny ability to crush some (with elegant 100% win rates!) while mysteriously struggling against a chosen few, making every game an unpredictable thrill ride.

Off the board, Bunmi's playful win-loss-draw record might remind you of a rollercoaster, but on the board, they’re a calculated, patient tactician with a streak of 17 consecutive wins at their best. When the chips are down, this player shines brightest—think Bishop to fork your Queen bright.

In summary: Bunmi Olape isn’t just playing chess; they’re telling a story of resilience, wit, and international prowess. Whether blitzing through rapid rounds or carefully navigating endgames, they make every move count—and they do it all with style, strategy, and just a hint of mystery.


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Coach’s Feedback for Bunmi Olape

Hi Bunmi, I’ve reviewed your recent games and here is some constructive feedback to help you grow as a chess player:

Strengths

  • Opening Preparation: Your opening choices, especially in the Queen's Pawn and Ruy Lopez systems, show solid theoretical knowledge and sound development. You often castle early and prepare your piece coordination well.
  • Active Piece Play: You consistently improve your pieces to active squares (e.g., Nb5, Nd4 maneuvers), contesting key central squares and increasing pressure on your opponent.
  • Calculation Under Pressure: In critical moments, such as during exchanges and tactical skirmishes, you maintain good defensive tactics and manage to avoid immediate blunders.

Areas to Improve

  • Endgame Technique: Several losses ended in complex endgames where converting advantages or holding fortresses proved difficult. Practice simplified endgame positions to enhance your conversion skills and defensive resilience.
  • Time Management: In some games, you operated with less time on the clock toward the end, which can pressure decision-making. Work on pacing your moves more evenly to avoid rushed plays in critical positions.
  • Positional Understanding: There are moments where defensive moves could be strengthened by prioritizing piece coordination and pawn structure maintenance (e.g., avoiding isolated or backward pawns). Focus on deepening your strategic grasp through studying classic positional concepts.
  • Tactical Awareness: Although your calculation is good, a few tactical oversights occurred during exchanges and middle game transitions. Regular tactical puzzles will help sharpen your alertness for combinations and threats.

Suggested Next Steps

  • Review recent games: Study the [[Link|game|nomessi vs pianopro32]] loss for missed defensive resources and plan improvements.
  • Endgame Practice: Work on king and pawn, rook endgames, and basic checkmating patterns.
  • Tactical Training: Include 15–20 minutes per day of tactical puzzles focusing on pins, forks, and discovered attacks.
  • Opening Refinement: Continue refining your chosen openings and explore typical middlegame plans to complement your preparation.

Keep enjoying the learning process and using each game as a stepping stone. Your steady improvement will reward your efforts. Let me know if you want analysis on specific positions or training plans!



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Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2525
2022 2280
2021 2340 2207
2020 2300 2285
2013 2002 1344
Rating by Year2013202020212022202525251344YearRatingBlitzRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 2W / 1L / 0D 2W / 0L / 0D 80.8
2022 0W / 1L / 0D 1W / 2L / 0D 31.5
2021 7W / 3L / 1D 2W / 2L / 4D 88.8
2020 46W / 28L / 5D 37W / 35L / 5D 74.4
2013 53W / 14L / 3D 44W / 22L / 3D 71.8

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Petrov's Defense 25 17 6 2 68.0%
London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation 14 6 8 0 42.9%
Scandinavian Defense 13 9 3 1 69.2%
Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation 11 7 4 0 63.6%
QGD: 3.Nc3 Bb4 11 5 5 1 45.5%
Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Exchange Variation 11 7 4 0 63.6%
Alekhine Defense 10 4 6 0 40.0%
Four Knights Game: Spanish Variation 9 7 2 0 77.8%
Barnes Defense 8 7 1 0 87.5%
Caro-Kann Defense 7 4 3 0 57.1%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 17 0
Losing 5 1
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