Read Samadov (aka Reader777) - International Master Extraordinaire
Meet Read Samadov, the chess virtuoso who's proven that titles aren't just for show – they're earned with blood, sweat, and a few thousand blitz games. As an International Master recognized by FIDE, Read has been slicing through the ranks faster than a knight jumping over pawns on a caffeine kick.
Starting modestly at a blitz rating of 1355 in 2015 with a flawless 1-0 record (talk about a debut!), Read catapulted into the 3000+ territory by late 2024 — reaching a peak blitz rating of 3045, an elite echelon reserved for chess legends, robots, and that one kid who seems to see ten moves ahead while the rest of us blink.
With remarkable consistency across time controls, Read holds impressive peaks: a Bullet rating cresting above 3000, and a rapid rating climbing to a respectable 2636. Whether it's a lightning-fast bullet duel or a thoughtfully paced rapid battle, this IM blends intuition and calculation like they're mixing a grandmaster potion.
Style & Strengths
- Tactical Awareness: An astounding 90% comeback rate — Read never says die, even when a bishop goes missing.
- Endgame Prowess: With over 88% endgame frequency, this player thrives when it’s all about precision and nerves.
- Average Moves per Game: Around 86 moves per win and loss, showing stamina and resilience — chess marathons are the specialty.
- Early Resignation Rate: A sensible 0.3%, proving Read isn’t one to throw in the towel unless the king’s dance is truly over.
- Preferred Opening Tactics: Loves the mysterious "Top Secret" openings in blitz — so secret, even opponents don’t know what’s coming till it’s too late!
Notable Records & Rivalries
With nearly 8600 blitz battles recorded, the win rate hovers at an impressive 45.95% over "Top Secret" openings alone. As for opponents, Archrivals like murad_ibrahimli have faced Read an epic 169 times, each game a rollercoaster of strategy and nerve — though Read's win rate there hovers near 37%. No shame in that — every great warrior has worthy foes.
Recent clash highlights include a dazzling victory on May 31, 2025, employing the King's Indian Attack, Yugoslav Variation, where Read’s patient build-up forced resignation — timing and tactics meshed perfectly in a display of chess artistry.
Fun Facts
- The best time to challenge Read? Apparently around 4 AM, as their "Best Time Of Day To Play" boasts a tilt factor of just 14, so bring coffee if you're playing midday.
- Current longest winning streak? A spine-tingling 17 games. Longest losing streak? A humbling 14. Balance is key!
- Resignations and checkmates compose most game terminations, proving Read doesn’t like to drag out the inevitable — a clean finish is their style.
In summary, Read Samadov is that rare blend of endurance, tactical brilliance, and secretive charm — an IM who turns the chessboard into a battlefield and keeps audiences guessing until the very last move. Whether blitz or bullet, rapid or deep thought, Reader777 is a force worthy of respect… and perhaps a little fear.