Sefaki

Biography of Chess Player "Sefaki"

Meet Sefaki, a chess enthusiast who has immersed themselves in both Rapid and Blitz formats throughout 2023. They reached a peak Rapid rating of 963, with their most recent rating settling at 475. In Blitz, they pushed their performance further, attaining a max rating of 597.

Through 16 Rapid games, Sefaki balanced an even 7–7 record in wins and losses, with 2 draws sprinkled in. Their Blitz journey is just beginning, with 2 games completed and a current standing of 0–1–1 (win–loss–draw). One standout highlight includes a longest winning streak of five consecutive Rapid victories, showcasing a thrilling run of momentum and determination.

When it comes to openings, Sefaki experiments with a variety of lines. Notably, they have earned wins with the Queen’s Gambit Declined, Mikenas Defense, Van ’t Kruijs Opening, Philidor Defense, English Opening (King’s English Variation), Saragossa Opening, and Caro–Kann Defense (Breyer Variation). Their adaptability in the early moves underscores a willingness to explore multiple systems in search of new angles.

Over the board, Sefaki leans heavily into endgames, appearing in nearly 89% of completed matches. Interestingly, their average move count for both wins and losses hovers around 83 moves, a testament to their middlegame and endgame tenacity. Featuring a near-perfect Comeback Rate of 100%, Sefaki excels at rallying back from adversity, displaying remarkable mental resilience.

Sefaki’s performance also reflects certain trends: they perform best on Wednesday with a 50% win rate, and their best hours include late nights, showing peak performances in the 20:00 and 21:00 windows. Standing out from their psychological profile is a noticeable tilt factor of 4, suggesting that emotional swings can become a factor in challenging games, particularly in high-tension rated matches.

Whether playing a well-known opponent like iouliagoula, or exploring fresh challenges against new faces, Sefaki’s journey remains one of continuous learning. With every match, they develop a deeper understanding of the game’s nuances. The dedication, creativity in opening choices, and capacity for dramatic comebacks make Sefaki a dynamic and engaging player to watch.