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SeifaRa

Since 2018 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟♟♟♟
48.7%- 38.1%- 13.2%
Blitz 2258
1956W 1847L 619D
Rapid 2448
10527W 7923L 2779D

Overview

SeifaRa is a battle-tested chess player known for marathon Rapid sessions and an unshakeable love for slow, strategic maneuvering. Preferred time control: Rapid. Over the years SeifaRa has played more than 20,000 Rapid games and climbed to a career peak shown here: 2519 (2026-04-02). For a quick visual of the climb and swings over time see

Rapid Rating249024392387233522832020: 23052021: 23002022: 23122023: 23002024: 23122025: 24102026: 24732020202120222023202420252026
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Playing Style

Think patient, deep, endgame-first. SeifaRa treats each game like a long novel and rarely skips the epilogue. Games tend to be long and decisive, with a very high endgame frequency.

  • Avg moves per win: about 85 moves.
  • Endgame frequency: 86.71 percent.
  • Comeback ability: strong. High comeback rate and resilient after material loss.
  • Tilt factor: modest. Still human, but tends to recover quickly.

Signature Openings

SeifaRa builds comfortable, dependable positions and is happiest when the tension slowly accumulates. Favorites include classic system play and solid defenses.

  • Caro-Kann Defense - a staple for grinding out wins.
  • Colle System - the Rhamphorhynchus Variation is a surprising weapon.
  • London System - Poisoned Pawn lines make appearances.
  • R\u00E9ti Opening - flexible and positionally rich.

Memorable Matches

SeifaRa has a long rivalry with several regular opponents. The most-played opponent is jeffcedas, with many tense duels and almost equal results. Revisit one of those encounters here: Classic clash. You can also peek at that opponent's profile via jeff cedas.

  • Most played opponent: jeffcedas (87 games).
  • Longest winning streak: 13 games.
  • Longest losing streak: 11 games; current losing streak is 1 game.

Fun Facts & Extras

SeifaRa favors nonstandard first moves and flexible setups. Nf3 is a very common opener in recent years. Expect long, strategic games rather than bullet rushes.

  • Preferred first move in many years: Nf3.
  • Peak Rapid rating and date: 2519 (2026-04-02) achieved in early April 2026.
  • Sample mini-opening to study:
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  • Want the timeline again?
    Rapid Rating249024392387233522832020: 23052021: 23002022: 23122023: 23002024: 23122025: 24102026: 24732020202120222023202420252026

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