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Anton Rahmilevitz NM

PhantomAnton Since 2020 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟
49.9% W 42.0% L 8.1% D
Blitz
2648
369W 311L 60D

About Anton Rahmilevitz (PhantomAnton)

Anton Rahmilevitz, known online as PhantomAnton, is a National Master who prefers the pulse-quick world of Blitz chess. He combines stubborn endgame technique with a knack for tactical comebacks. If a game drags past move 60, that is often when Anton starts smiling.

Title: National Master (National). Preferred time control: Blitz.

Peak Blitz rating: 2717 (2025-07-11)

Career trend:

Blitz Rating273024872243199917552020: 18362025: 26492026: 2648202020252026

Style and strengths

Anton is that rare player who loves long, technical fights in fast time formats. He often out-plays opponents in simplified positions and has an excellent comeback rate when behind. Highlights of his style:

  • High endgame frequency. Many games reach very late stages.
  • Strong comeback ability and resilient defense.
  • Long decisive games. Precision and patience pay off.
  • Comfortable in complex tactical skirmishes and quiet technical positions alike.

Opening repertoire

Anton favors a mixed, practical repertoire. He plays both sharp Sicilians and solid French or Caro-Kann lines depending on mood and opponent. A few signature choices:

Opening performance snapshot:

Win Rate by Opening0%25%75%100%50%French Defense: 69.8% over 43 gamesSicilian Defense: Alapin Variation, Sherzer Variation: 47.5% over 40 gamesSicilian Defense: 50.0% over 36 gamesCaro-Kann Defense: 57.1% over 35 gamesSicilian Defense: Moscow Variation, Haag Gambit: 51.4% over 35 gamesSicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation: 57.6% over 33 gamesFrench Defense70%Sicilian Defense: Alapi…48%Sicilian Defense50%Caro-Kann Defense57%Sicilian Defense: Mosco…51%Sicilian Defense: Najdo…58%

Notable streaks and quirks

  • Longest winning streak: 9 games.
  • Longest losing streak: 7 games.
  • Best time of day to catch peak form: early morning.
  • Psychology note: modest tilt factor but excellent at pulling games back.

Representative game

Study a short Blitz sample from a Sicilian middlegame that leads into a long technical battle.

Game viewer:

Frequent opponents and resources

Several recurring rivals provide good training and memorable contests:

Quick facts

  • Username: PhantomAnton
  • Title: National Master
  • Preferred time control: Blitz
  • Known for deep endgames, long decisive games, and a high comeback rate

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