Sandi Stojanovski - The FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Meet Sandi Stojanovski, known in the chess world by the ominous handle patzer-reloaded. Despite what the name might imply, Sandi is anything but a patchwork of blunders! Earning the prestigious title of FIDE Master, they've mastered the art of blitz battles and rapid-fire tactics with a style that keeps opponents guessing and viewers entertained.
Sandi’s blitz rating peaks at a staggering 2667 as of June 2025, making them a true speed-chess virtuoso. With over 14,000 wins in blitz alone and a penchant for the Top Secret opening—because who doesn’t love a little mystery?—Sandi blends surprise with strategy. Their average blitz games often soar close to 80 moves in wins, proving patience and perseverance are just as crucial as lightning-fast moves.
Known for a remarkable 87.82% comeback rate when trailing and a delicate but deadly endgame frequency of 87.23%, Sandi’s opponents better be ready to face a fierce fighter who never throws in the towel early (early resignation rate is less than 1%). The best time to challenge them? According to cold, hard data, the magical hour of 6 PM—because even grandmasters have their prime time.
When it comes to openings, Sandi is a connoisseur of the English Opening Caro-Kann Defensive System, boasting a win rate near 50%, sprinkled with dashes of the Reti and Pirc Defense – a delicious chess smorgasbord for fans of positional play and tactical skirmishes alike. The thrill of a well-prepared gambit no doubt fuels their playstyle.
Off the board, Sandi enjoys the challenge of overcoming a tilt factor of 21—because hey, even the best lose focus sometimes—but always bounces back stronger, ready to dazzle in the next game.
Recent Highlights
The latest score? A victorious resignation win in a tense English Opening against ChicagoDave1968, wrapping up the game with a sneaky check that left the black king no choice but to throw in the towel. In the world of Sandi, resignation is just the final nod of respect from a defeated adversary.
Whether facing seasoned rivals or climbing the ranks with casual friends, Sandi's journey is defined by grit, wit, and a dash of unpredictability. From bullet to rapid and everything in-between, watch out for patzer-reloaded—because this FIDE Master is just getting started!