Николай Оглоблин IM

Николай Оглоблин (Oglob71)

Title: International Master (FIDE)

Николай Оглоблин, known to his faithful chess followers as Oglob71, is an accomplished International Master with a flair for blitz chess that could make even the most seasoned grandmasters blink. With a peak blitz rating of 2593 achieved in August 2020, Николай has shown that quick thinking and tactical prowess are his bread and butter.

Since bursting onto the online chess scene, Николай has played nearly 1,200 blitz games under the mysterious banner of "Top Secret" opening strategies, amassing more than 570 wins. His rapid play prowess is also notable, with a peak rapid rating of 2316, demonstrating a solid all-around game. Though bullet chess isn't his primary battleground, he once reached an impressive 2105 rating there, showing versatility across the fast-paced formats.

His style? Nicolás embraces the long and thrilling endgames, often dragging battles to an average of over 88 moves when victorious. He’s known for his resilience and tactical awareness, with an 86% comeback rate—a nifty trick to have when the odds look grim. Early resignation is rare in his games, as he prefers to slug it out until a clear outcome emerges.

While his winning streak once stretched to 12 games, his psychological stamina is tested occasionally—a tilt factor of 6 hints at moments of fiery frustration, but nothing that keeps him down for long. Interestingly, his best time to outwit opponents is at the magical hour of 2 AM, when his brain apparently switches into chess beast mode.

Nikolay isn’t afraid to mix it up with diverse openings — from the classic Queen’s Indian Defense to unique "Top Secret" setups — and his all-time most frequent opponents include players like vjecspec and ritz_carlton, against whom he has mixed results, showing he welcomes challenges.

In terms of recent form, Николай’s latest victory was a well-fought 75-move marathon against Polarbear1224, securing the win by resignation in a refined English Opening battle. This game highlights his strategic patience and endgame virtuosity—qualities that keep his opponents guessing and often resigned to defeat.

Beyond stats, Николай’s chess journey is a tale of determination, tactical fireworks, and a persistent passion for the game. Whether it’s blitz, rapid, or bullet, Oglob71 plays with a competitive spirit that few can match and a sense of humor that reminds us chess is not just a battle of minds, but also a game of joy.