Sandugach Shaydullina WGM

Sandugach Shaydullina (Sanda81)

Woman Grandmaster • The Blitz Battler

Meet Sandugach Shaydullina, a formidable Woman Grandmaster on the chessboard and a master of lightning-fast strategies. Known by many as Sanda81, this player thrives in the adrenaline-pumping world of blitz chess, where quick wit and rapid decision-making reign supreme.

Since 2017, Sandugach has been climbing the ranks with a peak blitz rating soaring to an impressive 2342 in May 2019, proving that slow and steady isn't the only way to win—fast and furious works just as well! Although the occasional ups and downs are part of the journey (including a formidable longest losing streak of 10 games that probably tested her nerves), her comeback rate is a stunning 83.55%, showing grit is her middle name.

A strategic innovator, she is not afraid to play the "Unknown Opening," where fortune favors the bold, winning about 46% of her blitz games with it. Whether it’s a tense endgame (appearing in over 80% of her games) or a tactical skirmish, Sandugach’s matches often stretch over 60 moves—because when you play chess for fun and glory, why rush?

With a psychological tilt factor of just 10, Sanda81 handles pressure like a seasoned warrior—she even has a secret weapon: the magical hour of 3 AM when her win rate spikes mysteriously to 100%. Don’t ask how she stays awake; it’s probably sorcery or an endless supply of coffee!

Notable Highlights:

• Blitz Record: Over 1200 games with more than 585 wins.
• Bullet Peak Rating: 2132, illustrating that speed chess is her playground.
• Favorite Time Control Wins: Plays best during evenings, with a dazzling 57.75% win rate at 8 PM.
• Impressive Psychological Resilience: Recovers well after losses, winning 44.4% of games even when down a piece.

Always ready for a challenge, Sanda81 has played multiple battles against recurrent opponents like havock100 and damian6666, showing a fierce competitive spirit and an 87.5% win rate against her most frequent adversary.

A Game to Remember

On March 12, 2022, Sandugach dazzled the chess community by clinching victory in a thrilling game where she forced resignation against the opponent arasimm. Known for clean, clever play, she employed the Sicilian Defense and demonstrated impeccable timing and calculation that left her opponent with no chance but to concede.
Watch the game here

In summary, Sandugach Shaydullina isn’t just a chess player; she’s a blitz maestro who combines tenacity, tactical awareness, and a penchant for late-night dominance. Whether it’s outwitting opponents in a tricky endgame or rolling the dice with an unknown opening, Sanda81 shows that chess is as much about heart and humor as it is about precision.