Borislav Prastalo
FIDE Master and Blitz Maestro
Meet Borislav Prastalo, also known in the chess circles and on chess.com as prerijskikojot. A proud bearer of the FIDE Master title, Borislav has dazzled opponents with quick wit and faster fingers on the blitz battlefield. His chess journey is a rollercoaster of intense battles, strategic wizardry, and the occasional "oops, did I just blunder that?" moment.
Rating and Playing Style
Boasting a peak blitz rating of 2267 achieved in November 2016, Borislav thrives in the high-octane world of speed chess. With an average game length of around 76 moves for wins—and a nearly equal 74 moves for losses—no stranger to the endurance test either! Their playstyle indicates a sharp tactical eye with a comeback rate of almost 89%, proving that Borislav likes to fight to the bitter end.
Strengths & Stats
- Total Blitz Games: Over 35,000 games with an impressive win count surpassing 18,000.
- Strongest Openings: PCirc Defense Czech Defense with more than 5,500 games and a solid 51.2% win rate—clearly a battleground favorite.
- Psychological Traits: Despite a modest tilt factor of 14 (yes, even masters have their moments!), Borislav’s best time to play is surprisingly at 11 PM—perhaps the brain operates in hyperdrive under the moonlight.
Chess.com Handle: prerijskikojot
A prolific competitor on Chess.com, Borislav’s win rates vary by opponent and time, but it’s safe to say they are a force not to be underestimated. Their opening repertory includes everything from the Four Knights Scotch Variation to the ever-classic Pirc Defense, often leaving opponents guessing and scrambling.
Notable Recent Games
Borislav's most recent victories showcase their finesse and positional mastery. In a recent battle featuring the Four Knights Game Scotch Variation Accepted, Borislav outmaneuvered the opponent with precision, securing a graceful victory by resignation after a well-fought duel of pawn maneuvers and strategic positioning.
See the game here: Four Knights Scotch Victory
In Summary
Whether blitzing opponents into submission or patiently grinding out wins in rapid time controls, Borislav Prastalo exemplifies the spirit of a fierce competitor and a true chess enthusiast. If you ever face off with prerijskikojot, be ready for clever traps, resilient comebacks, and probably a few cheeky moves that would make even the chess gods chuckle. Chess is serious business—but it’s also a lot of fun when you’re Borislav!
