Polina Zilberman - Woman International Master (WIM)
Polina Zilberman, also known by the username poli133, is a formidable force on the blitz chessboard, holding the prestigious title of Woman International Master awarded by FIDE. With a blitz rating hovering around the 2100 mark in 2024-2025, Polina is no stranger to thrilling encounters and nail-biting finishes.
Blitz Career Highlights
In the fast-paced world of blitz chess, Polina boasts an impressive win record of 25 wins out of 46 games, playing a rather mysterious opening repertoire simply labeled "Top Secret" — and it works! Maintaining a solid average rating above 2000 with a peak of 2108 in 2024, she has demonstrated consistent skill and resilience.
Her longest winning streak stands at a respectable five games, though her current streak has cooled down - perhaps to lull opponents into a false sense of security!
Playing Style and Strengths
Polina is a player who savors the endgame, reaching this critical phase in over 67% of her games, and often wrapping up wins after an epic 61 moves on average. With a tactical awareness that’s nothing short of impressive, she recovers from losing valuable pieces with a 100% success rate — talk about turning lemons into lemonade!
Whether wielding the white or black pieces, Polina adapts admirably, with a notably stronger win rate playing black (60.87%) compared to white (47.83%). Early resignations? Not in her repertoire – this player fights till the very end.
Psychology & Performance
Some players tilt after setbacks, but Polina’s tilt factor is a low 3, proving she keeps her cool under pressure — unless, of course, her coffee hasn't kicked in yet. Rated games bring out her best, displaying a 54% higher win rate than casual matches, showing her competitive spirit shines brightest when the stakes are highest.
Battle-tested Opponent Insights
Polina has squared off against a diverse set of opponents, enjoying a perfect 100% win rate against several players including 'israelim', 'gdr61', and 'indrapolak', while still plotting strategies to crack tougher nuts like 'nukintolegen'.
Fun Fact
When it comes to playing at odd hours, Polina is an unstoppable warrior, boasting a 100% win rate in the early morning hours (3-4 AM) and the late night (21-23), proving that sometimes the owls simply outsmart the early birds.
Keep an eye on Polina Zilberman – her blend of sharp tactics, endgame prowess, and psychological resilience make her a chess player who’s as challenging to predict as her "Top Secret" openings.