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Username: PrzemyslawSkalik

Playing Since: 2020-03-19 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟♟

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Rapid: 2293
4W / 0L / 1D
Blitz: 2231
85W / 97L / 12D
Bullet: 2259
4W / 6L / 1D

Przemyslaw Skalik - International Master

Przemyslaw Skalik, proudly holding the esteemed FIDE title of International Master, is a chess player whose game is as intriguing as a mystery novel wrapped in an enigma—except with more knights and fewer plot twists (usually).

With a rapid rating consistently hovering around the 2300+ mark across several years, Przemyslaw has an impressive streak of wins to brag about. In rapid, they have won 60 games, lost just 2, and drawn once, showcasing a near-perfect dominance that could make a grandmaster think twice before challenging. Their longest winning streak is an eye-popping 25 games, proving that when Przemyslaw’s pieces start moving, the opposition better be ready for a relentless assault.

Blitz and bullet formats reveal Przemyslaw’s speed and tactical brilliance. With blitz victories outnumbering losses and a strong 70%+ win rate in bullet chess, this player clearly enjoys the adrenaline rush of fast decision-making. Notably, their tactical awareness is off the charts — a 100% win rate after losing a piece suggests that giving up material is just another way to set a clever trap for the opponent.

Known for a calm and calculated playing style characterized by a low early resignation rate (only 1.63%), Przemyslaw believes in fighting till the endgame — which happens in over 70% of their games. Average moves per win (62) reveal patience and strategic depth, while their win rates with both White (66%) and Black (65%) pieces show versatility and balance.

Psychologically, Przemyslaw has a modest tilt factor of 5, meaning they stay mostly cool under pressure — unless you mention “chess puzzles,” at which point it’s anyone’s guess what happens. Their performance peaks mid-morning and early afternoon, boasting perfect win rates at 9, 10, and 13 o’clock — the best times to catch them if you fancy a challenge. However, beware their Sunday form: an 88% win rate suggests this player treats weekends like a chess championship.

When facing familiar opponents, Przemyslaw seems to have a knack for turning the tables, often holding significant dominance except in a few rare rivalries where the scoreboard isn't as friendly. Opponents such as frupq witness a win rate around 78% from Przemyslaw, demonstrating meticulous preparation and adaptability.

Outside the board? Probably strategizing the next opening or refining the elusive “Top Secret” opening — the only known fact is that with over 60 rapid games played with that line and a stunning 95% win rate, other players are advised not to peek!

In summary, Przemyslaw Skalik is a formidable, thoughtful, and occasionally mysterious player whose games offer a masterclass in resilience, precision, and a touch of clever wizardry. Challenging them might just be the most exciting rollercoaster ride your chess career will take. Don’t say we didn’t warn you!


🆚 Opponent Insights

Most Played Opponents
frupq 50W / 13L / 1D
misiek01 20W / 2L / 0D
dawhsjkdsgfd 21W / 0L / 0D
chesswolf9 14W / 1L / 1D
arizona_spell2003 7W / 3L / 1D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2293
2024 2296
2023 2231 2296
2022 2350
2021 2259 2296 2350
2020 2304 2350
Rating by Year20202021202220232024202523502231YearRatingBlitzRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 0W / 0L / 0D 0W / 0L / 1D 24.0
2024 1W / 0L / 0D 1W / 0L / 0D 80.5
2023 19W / 1L / 0D 15W / 2L / 1D 57.9
2022 5W / 1L / 0D 5W / 1L / 0D 67.1
2021 59W / 44L / 7D 61W / 44L / 3D 75.2
2020 50W / 14L / 2D 50W / 16L / 4D 60.6

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Caro-Kann Defense 11 5 6 0 45.5%
Slav Defense 10 5 5 0 50.0%
QGD: 4.Nf3 9 5 1 3 55.6%
Slav Defense: Bonet Gambit 8 5 3 0 62.5%
King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation 8 6 1 1 75.0%
Sicilian Defense 7 4 3 0 57.1%
Caro-Kann Defense: Classical Variation 7 5 1 1 71.4%
English Opening: Agincourt Defense 6 4 2 0 66.7%
London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation 6 5 1 0 83.3%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 6 4 2 0 66.7%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Modern 6 5 1 0 83.3%
Amar Gambit 3 1 1 1 33.3%
Caro-Kann Defense 3 3 0 0 100.0%
QGD: 3.Nc3 Bb4 2 1 0 1 50.0%
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation 2 2 0 0 100.0%
London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Modern Defense 2 1 1 0 50.0%
QGD: Chigorin, 3.cxd5 2 1 0 1 50.0%
Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Knight Variation 2 1 1 0 50.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 25 0
Losing 5 0