Player Profile: ponekad
Meet ponekad, a formidable chess tactician who thrives in the fast-paced world of Bullet and Blitz chess. Known for their strategic depth and fighting spirit, ponekad has proven to be a relentless competitor on Chess.com, boasting peak ratings of 2196 in Bullet (December 2020) and a blistering 2274 in Blitz (July 2018).
Since rising through the ranks, they've played thousands of rapid-fire games, with a Bullet record surpassing 4,100 wins out of around 7,000 games. While the wins definitely stack up, losses and draws are no strangers to this player — but hey, even the best occasionally have to admire their opponent's wizardry.
If you glimpse their opening repertoire, it’s a masterclass in versatility and subtle aggression. They favor the Trompowsky Attack with a respectful win rate nearing 60% in Bullet games, and also wield variations like the Queens Pawn Opening Levitsky Attack and the King's Pawn Opening King's Knight Elephant Gambit with enviable success. A dash of the Old Benoni Defense spices up their defensive arsenal, keeping opponents guessing.
Strategy aside, ponekad’s style reveals a psychological warrior who embraces comebacks with an impressive 85.25% comeback rate and manages the pressure well, with a tilt factor of just 13 (because losing streaks are so last season). They know that the best moves can often come after losing a piece, with a solid 55% win rate in such tricky moments.
Fun fact: ponekad performs best when the day dawns bright and early, snagging most wins around 8 AM and showing remarkable tactical alertness at odd hours like 3 AM and 4 AM. So if you ever want to catch them napping (spoiler alert: good luck), maybe try a game at dawn!
Their longest winning streak is a cool 19 games, a testament to both focus and perhaps a little bit of chess magic. Conversely, they've survived a tough 13-game losing streak, which only fueled their drive to bounce back stronger.
In recent battles, ponekad has deftly outmaneuvered opponents using classic lines of the Trompowsky Attack — including an epic April 2021 victory sealed on the clock against "Rookh7." But, like any true competitor, they've also tasted defeat, learning and adapting with each loss (this time in a Queen’s Pawn Opening skirmish).
Whether playing Bullet or Blitz, with white or black, ponekad’s name is synonymous with resilience, sharp tactics, and a passion for chess that makes every game unpredictable and exciting. Play against them if you dare — just be prepared for a rollercoaster of cunning moves and timely sacrifices!