Biography of Recep Yapıcı (aka Prinzay)
Recep Yapıcı, known in the chess world by the moniker Prinzay, is a player whose journey resembles a thrilling rollercoaster — full of daring attacks, strategic retreats, and occasional checkmates that leave opponents wondering what just happened. Since 2021, Recep has been navigating the battles of Bullet, Blitz, Rapid, and Daily chess with tenacity and a hint of cheeky brilliance.
Early & Peak Ratings
- Bullet: Peaked at an impressive 975 in early 2021, showing raw speed and flair.
- Blitz: Reached 828, proving that fast and furious is his style.
- Rapid: With a high of 880, Recep demonstrates that given a little more time, he can really bring the heat.
- Daily: Achieved a solid peak rating of 774 in 2025, embodying patience and preparation over longer battles.
Playing Style & Personality
A tactician at heart, Recep's endgame is no mere drizzle — with 59.3% endgame frequency, he enjoys playing the long game. His average game length hovers around 50 moves, indicating a blend of endurance and calculated risk. Not one to surrender early, his Early Resignation Rate is a respectable 5.46%, and his Comeback Rate dazzles at 88.07% — showing he’s never out until the checkmate is delivered.
Expect the unexpected: his best playing time is 4 AM — because chess at dawn is when genius and caffeine collide. Beware opponents, as his "Tilt Factor" of 8 means frustration might just fuel his fierceness.
Tactical Triumphs & Quirks
Prinzay has a reputation for turning the tides after losing pieces, winning nearly 45% of such games. His ability to bounce back is legendary, making him a thorn in the side of complacent adversaries. He’s also no stranger to time pressure, winning 400 timed-out games but having a few slip through his hands (209 losses on time).
Opening Repertoire Highlights
- King’s Pawn Openings: Loves to mix the classic King's Knight variation with other flavors, boasting a win rate from the low 40s up to a sizzling 56% in Bullet games.
- Scandinavian Defense: Dabbles frequently with a nearly even win/loss record, proving versatility.
- Petrovs Defense: A solid fallback with a near 45% win rate, balancing aggression with caution.
- Englund Gambit: Not a gambit for the faint-hearted, and neither is Recep – holding nearly 48% wins.
- French Defense Knight Variation: His ace in the hole with a Bullet win rate nearing 58%, a tasty surprise for opponents!
Notable Matches & Feats
Among a clan of challengers like virus_k, ashu_013, and ezehsms, Recep has cultivated rivalries and friendships alike — sometimes winning big, sometimes learning big. His most recent victory was a masterful checkmate delivered on April 21, 2025, after an intense battle culminating in a slick 28-move finish.
Fun fact: His last winning checkmate featured the rarely peaceful English Opening - King's English Variation — proving that style and substance can coexist.
Records & Stats
- Total Bullet games played: over 1,000, with an almost even split of wins and losses (479 wins, 486 losses)
- Blitz struggles a bit more with 15 wins to 31 losses — but hey, who’s counting when the moves are lightning fast?
- Rapid play has been a respectable challenge with a few more losses than wins, but resilience remains.
To sum up...
Recep Yapıcı, aka Prinzay, is the kind of player who might lose some battles but is always ready for the next war — armed with a love for tricky openings, strategic endgames, and a killer instinct that wakes up at dawn. Whether blitzing or planning days in advance, he’s a player to watch... or to beware!
Peek at his latest spectacular victory:
