Biography
Amaya Agarwal is a titled chess player who has earned the Woman Candidate Master (WCM) title from FIDE. They approach the game with curiosity, humor, and a calm under the pressure of the ticking clock. Known for their quick decisions in fast time controls, Amaya often treats a blitz clock like a mischievous sparring partner rather than a stern judge.
Chess Career Highlights
Amaya embraces online and club play with a bold, practical style. Their recent activity centers around Bullet play, where speed and accuracy meet in a flurry of accurate threats and clever defences. They have demonstrated strong results in multiple fast time controls, and their profile reflects a steady climb through 2025.
- Title: Woman Candidate Master (FIDE).
- Peak bullet performance around 1925 in May 2025, with ongoing activity in 2025.
- Preferred time control: Bullet (best play around 21:00 local time).
- Openings with notable results in Bullet: Amar Gambit (60% win rate in 15+ games) and Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (63.64% win rate in 11 games).
- Active in various fast time controls: Blitz and Rapid, with solid results across 2025.
Playing Style
Amaya favors endgame resilience and strategic patience. They often steer complex positions toward simplified endings where earned tempi and practical chances shine. A quick recalibration after a setback shows their comeback rate in practice—never afraid to fight back when the moment calls for it.
Openings and Highlights
Amaya has experimented with a range of openings, with particular strengths visible in fast games. In Bullet, the Sicilian family and the Amar Gambit stand out for their practical pressure, while other lines offer dynamic counterplay that keeps opponents guessing.
- Bullet openings: Sicilian Defense (57.14% win rate in 21 games) and Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (63.64% in 11 games).
- Amar Gambit in Bullet: 60% win rate (15 wins, 9 losses, 1 draw).
- Other notable Bullet lines include the English and various flexible setups, tuned for rapid calculation and resilient defence.
Quick Facts
Amaya’s profile reflects dedicated practice across 2025, with a focus on fast chess. They maintain a playful outlook and a strategic mindset that turns tight positions into opportunities to outthink the clock. For a quick snapshot of their recent performance, you can view a performance chart tied to Bullet play: [[Chart|Rating|Bullet|2025-05-2025-08]].
Profile overview: amayaagarwal
Peak performance reference: 1925 (2025-05-19)
Notes
Amaya is comfortable sharing chess journeys with a lighthearted touch. When asked about the secret to fast chess, they grin and say, “Less thinking, more moving with intention.”