Meet Syed Alsaif aka saif_6363
Syed is a chess aficionado known for his tenacity on the board and his playful battles across bullet, blitz, rapid, and daily formats. Don't let the username fool you; this player mixes serious strategy with a sprinkle of fun and a dash of unpredictability.
Rating Rollercoaster
Syed's chess journey reads like a gripping novel full of twists and turns. From cautiously dipping toes in bullet chess with ratings hovering around 100-200, to a rapid rating peak of 766 in late 2024, Syed’s growth is relentless. Holding a bullet peak rating of 379 in April 2025 and a blitz peak of 447, Syed is steadily climbing the ranks, one move at a time.
Style & Strategy
Ever the strategist, Syed loves the Scandinavian Defense, especially the Mieses Kotrc Variation—his trusty opening weapon with a win rate north of 50%. He pairs this classic with aggressive endgame tactics and isn’t afraid to resign early if the tide turns (about 2.74% early resignation rate, but hey, who likes dragging a losing fight?). His average winning game finishes after a neat 36 moves, but when losses strike, he grits it out till 43 moves—talk about endurance!
Tactical Genius & Psychological Edge
With a comeback rate of nearly 55%, Syed knows how to turn a game around from the ashes of setbacks. Yet, the board can be ruthless; winning after losing a piece clocks at a respectable 45%. Beware his tilt factor rated at 9—he takes his losses seriously but bounces back stronger.
Preferred Chess Hours
Night owls, rejoice! Syed shines brightest around 11 PM UTC, boasting the highest win rate (56.23%) at this hour. Those moonlit games seem to fuel his tactical creativity.
Recent Battles & Memorable Moments
Recently, Syed executed a spectacular checkmate using the Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation, sealing the game against elhadjo in under 20 moves. Yet, chess humbles all — a painful loss on time against cavalnat reminds him there’s always room to improve and a clock to watch!
Numbers Tell the Tale
- Total Bullet Games: Over 7,000 - with a nearly even split of wins (3,492) and losses (3,521).
- Blitz Record: A tight win-loss balance (15-14), showing fearless competition.
- Daily Chess Dominance: A shining 49 wins to 17 losses, proving patient play pays off.
- Rapid Chess Warrior: 508 wins against 459 losses with a handful of draws, showcasing resilience.
Fun Fact
Syed's laser focus at 11 AM and 11 PM UTC is not a coincidence—maybe he's secretly a chess vampire who thrives in the dark... or just really loves his caffeine breaks!
In essence, Syed Alsaif (saif_6363) isn't just a chess player — he's a grandmaster-in-the-making, enchanting the 64 squares with tactics, endurance, and a pinch of quirky charm.
