Profile
Yonathan Uritsky is a FIDE Master known for nimble calculation, sharp instincts, and a Bullet-first approach that keeps opponents on their toes. He earned the FIDE Master title from FIDE and has built a reputation as a fearless rapid-fire competitor who can squeeze life out of the clock. A keen thinker with a sense of humor about the chaos of the 60-second rush, Yonathan makes fast games feel almost classical in their clarity.
A compact chart of his rating progress is available:
.Chess Journey
From casual online games to titled competition, Yonathan has consistently demonstrated growth in high-speed formats. He peaked in Blitz at 2708 in early 2025 and reached a Bullet peak of 2645 by March 2025, signaling a period of rapid development and confidence under pressure. His preferred time control is Bullet, where quick thinking, concrete plans, and a calm clock-handling mindset shine.
- FIDE Master title awarded by FIDE.
- Peak Blitz: 2708 (2025-02-01).
- Peak Bullet: 2645 (2025-03-01).
- Primary strength shown in fast time controls and endgame conversion in short battles.
Openings & Style
Yonathan blends disciplined, strategic systems with aggressive, initiative-rich ideas. His Blitz and Bullet openings show a fondness for solid setup with dynamic possibilities, including the Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation and Nimzo-Larsen Attack: Classical Variation, alongside a broad Caro-Kann and English repertoire. This mix reflects a player who enjoys pressing the attack while keeping texture in reserve for the endgame grind.
- Blitz: Colle System — Rhamphorhynchus Variation: 38 games, 23W-11L-4D (60.53% win rate).
- Blitz: Nimzo-Larsen Attack — Classical Variation: 29 games, 16W-10L-3D (55.17% win rate).
- Bullet: Colle System — Rhamphorhynchus Variation: 54 games, 30W-21L-3D (55.56% win rate).
- Bullet: Nimzo-Larsen Attack and related systems show aggressive talentry in fast games.
Notes
Yonathan Uritsky remains an active, evolving presence on the scene, balancing study with practical play. For more glimpses into his ongoing journey, you can view his profile: yonathan_uritsky.