Player Profile: Pyait Phyo Aung (pyaitphyoaung)
Pyait Phyo Aung, known online as pyaitphyoaung, is that fascinating chess player whose rating graph looks like a roller coaster ride — thrilling with peaks and just enough dips to keep opponents on their toes. From his blitz beginnings at a modest 1173 in late 2018, he quickly blitzed into the 1600s by early 2021. Though slips happen (hey, even superheroes have off days!), Pyait’s love for the game never falters.
Style & Strategy
He approaches games with an endgame frequency of nearly 58%, proving that Pyait isn’t just about flashy openings but also the gritty, grind-it-out battles to close out wins. And grind he does — averaging 61 moves per win, meaning if you face him, bring a comfy chair and a snack. His early resignation rate is a humble 5.19%, so he rarely throws in the towel prematurely... too often.
With a comeback rate of 83% and about a 48% win rate even after losing a piece, Pyait has the resilience and tactical savvy to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. Just don't mistake those occasional losing streaks for slumps; they’re simply chapters in the epic saga of his chess journey.
Favorite Openings
- Queen's Gambit Declined, Queen's Knight Variation: boasts an impressive 61.3% win rate in blitz games.
- Queen's Gambit Declined, Modern Variation: another favorite with over 53% wins.
- Sicilian Defense and its various flavors: wielded with mixed but solid success, showcasing the player's love for dynamic, sharp battles.
Ratings Highlights
Pyait reached his personal peaks in various time formats:
- Rapid: 1798 (Feb 2023)
- Blitz: 1643 (March 2021)
- Bullet: 1510 (March 2021)
A true speed demon with a knack for rapid and blitz puzzles alike!
Psychological and Timing Insights
According to his stats, 8 PM sharp is his prime time — the hour when moves flow smoothly, and victories multiply. But watch out, opponents: his tilt factor is a cool 10, which means he might sulk a bit after losing, but he’s not about to quit. After all, chess is a marathon, not a sprint.
War Stories
Recently, Pyait secured a classy win by resignation against coachjul with some sharp play in the Queen's Gambit. On the other hand, fierce battles with players like suraj1523 and sakshayagarwal show he’s no stranger to close calls and nail-biters (sometimes on the losing side, but hey, who's counting?). His opponents must prepare for long, strategic duels filled with twists, traps, and tactical fireworks.
Fun Fact
Pyait’s win/loss record in blitz is almost perfectly balanced: 2287 wins to 2273 losses. Like Schrödinger’s chess player—simultaneously winning and losing all the time but always entertaining!
Whether you meet him at the board or online, Pyait Phyo Aung embodies the spirit of a fighter: never backing down, always learning, and occasionally delivering checkmate with a grin.
