Nuha Rilwan WFM

Nuha Rilwan - Woman FIDE Master and Chess Adventurer

Meet Nuha Rilwan, a formidable chess force who carries the proud title of Woman FIDE Master. This is a player who’s not just about collecting titles but loves to battle on the 64 squares with flair, strategy, and sometimes a dash of unpredictability. If you thought chess was all serious business, Nuha might just make you rethink that—because behind every tactical move is a story waiting to be told.

Nuha’s journey through the rating charts reads like a thrilling rollercoaster, starting with Blitz battles in the 600s and rocketing up to a peak rating of 1604 in Blitz as of March 2024. In Rapid, Nuha chops through the competition even more fiercely, peaking at a stunning 2022 rating around the same time. Even Bullet players have to watch their backs, as Nuha achieved a solid peak rating of 1261 in early 2023.

With over 700 Blitz wins and more than 300 in Rapid, Nuha clearly knows how to turn the tables. Wins come from all corners, and losing streaks are short-lived (longest was six games, but who’s counting?). A win rate of just over 51% in Blitz and an even more impressive 55.4% in Rapid reflect a player who’s comfortable both under time pressure and in longer, strategic skirmishes.

When asked about playing style, Nuha’s games often feature endgames (a hefty 73% frequency!), showing stamina and patience. The average game length for a win hovers around 69 moves, so don’t expect Nuha to rush—that chessboard is a battlefield where every piece counts. Early resignations are rare too, so expect the fight to last until the bitter end.

Ever the comeback artist, Nuha boasts an impressive 82.8% comeback rate after falling behind tactically, proving that the best pieces in the game sometimes aren’t on the board—they’re in the mind. Psychological resilience is tested vitally, but even a tilt factor of 6 (out of 100) doesn’t stop this chess warrior from bouncing back.

Interestingly, Nuha’s best hour to play (and win) is around 1 a.m. – quite literally a night owl who thrives when the world is quiet and the chessboard is calling. One might say Nuha operates best in the mysterious witching hour, while others are asleep dreaming of blunders to come.

In a recent classic encounter, Nuha demonstrated sharp tactical acumen in a Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation, smoothly converting an endgame advantage and winning by resignation. Another spectacular game featured a checkmate finish against “manha2” in a Caro-Kann Defense, sealing the victory with clear and decisive strikes.

Off the board, Nuha remains a bit of an enigma—part chess scientist, part daring gladiator—showing that the real game is as much about fun and passion as it is about ratings and rankings.

Watch your queen, because Nuha’s coming for your king – with style and maybe a smile.

Check out one of Nuha's exciting recent wins here: Live Chess Match, March 2025