Sebastian Bazzano - Candidate Master Extraordinaire
Meet Sebastian Bazzano, known in the chess circles (and probably his neighborhood) as SEBAZZANO. Awarded the prestigious title of Candidate Master by FIDE, Sebastian has demonstrated a chess prowess that commands respect and occasionally, a touch of awe.
Starting with a bullet rating that soared from humble beginnings around 1600 to a blistering peak of 2399 in April 2025, Sebastian has blitzed and bullet-checked his way through thousands of games — some victorious, some lessons in patience, and a few "Did I just do that?!" moments.
Playing Style & Personality
If chess were a battlefield, Sebastian’s style would be a blend of steady strategizing and tactical fireworks. With an Endgame Frequency topping 80% and an impressive Comeback Rate of 84%, SEBAZZANO knows how to fight off defeat like a knight defending the queen’s honor. He even plays a mean Indian Game and isn't shy of launching the Queen's Pawn Opening with the finesse of a London Symphony conductor.
Beware the psychological tilt — it’s a mere 10 on the scale, which means Sebastian probably only throws his bishop across the room when the coffee runs out! Fun fact: Sebastian is statistically at his sharpest at 7:00 AM, so challenge him then for your best shot. Also, avoid playing him at 8 AM—his winning chances dip, likely because he’s recovering from breakfast!
The Stats Speak
- Bullet Games: Over 20,000 games with more wins than losses (10,814 wins vs. 9,330 losses) and nearly a thousand draws.
- Blitz Mastery: A win rate that pushes beyond 55% in fast-paced blitz matches, conquering over 5,900 games.
- Rapid Fire: Not many rapid games but still grabbing wins with a poised 42-27-8 record.
Opening Repertoire
SEBAZZANO’s signature openings could fill a book. Favorites include the Indian Game, Queen’s Pawn Opening Accelerated London System, and a dash of French Defense Rubinstein Fort Knox Variation for that subtle yet sturdy defense. If you ever play against Sebastian, expect a tough, well-prepared opening repertoire designed to outmaneuver you before you even know what happened.
Recent Battles
One of Sebastian’s recent victories was a beautiful squeeze with the Queen’s Pawn Opening Krause Variation, ending with a resignation from his opponent at move 34—a strong endorsement that giving up sometimes is the only logical move. However, losses remind us that even the best stumble; a recent game saw a narrow loss on time, showing SEBAZZANO fights in every tick of the clock.
A Friendly Reminder
When facing Sebastian Bazzano, bring your A-game and your coffee. This Candidate Master doesn’t just play chess; he dances with it, with some occasional stumbles but mostly dazzling pirouettes on the 64 squares. SEBAZZANO: proving that a little grit, a lot of study, and a dash of humor make the perfect recipe for chess greatness.