ruslik67sm

Player Profile: ruslik67sm

Meet ruslik67sm — a relentless Rapid chess enthusiast whose journey is a rollercoaster of brilliance, blunders, and bold plays. Starting off with a modest Rapid rating of about 235 in late 2024, ruslik67sm has skyrocketed to an impressive peak of 499 by mid-2025. With over 1,000 Rapid games played and a nearly 50% win rate, this player knows how to keep the board lively and the opponents guessing.

Known for their love affair with the King's Pawn Opening and its aggressive Kings Knight Variation, ruslik67sm sports a win rate north of 60% in these sharp lines, proving their knack for early initiative. Not afraid to wade into the complications of the Philidor Defense or the Petrovs Defense, they continuously strive to outmaneuver their foes with a mix of classic and crafty approaches.

When it comes to speed, ruslik67sm dabble in Blitz and Bullet too—with flashes of glory peaking at a Blitz rating over 500. Though Bullet remains a more modest battlefield for them, their rapid-fire intuition occasionally surprises opponents. Daily games show a cautious side, with fewer matches but solid performances.

Bold and tactical, they exhibit a remarkable comeback rate of over 60% and often manage to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. However, a psychological tilt factor of 7 suggests that even the best have their “why-did-I-do-that” moments. Top-notch performance tends to blossom around 1 AM — perhaps the perfect time for some midnight checkmates!

The vast opponent record reveals ruslik67sm as a fierce competitor with many undefeated records, yet humbly touched by losses to skilled rivals—never one to shy away from a rematch.

Recent Highlight:

In their latest match, ruslik67sm showcased a swift and surgical strike against 04Vinod, winning by resignation with a stunning Bxg5 capture early on in the French Defense Normal Variation:

And let’s not forget the elegant checkmate delivered to hb9510 in a beautifully coordinated attack demonstrating ruslik67sm’s tactical prowess and patience.

Whether it’s a slow battle or a rapid clash, ruslik67sm brings passion and unpredictability to every game, making each encounter memorable. The chess world better watch out because ruslik67sm’s journey has only just begun!

Preferred Time Control: Rapid
Peak Ratings: Rapid 499, Blitz 511, Daily 400, Bullet 100