Selim Abayev

Selim Abayev: The Chess Adventurer

Meet Selim Abayev, a warrior of the 64 squares, who blends resilience and a knack for comebacks that would make even the craftiest fox nod in approval. While not yet a grandmaster (but hey, who's counting?), Selim has regularly danced between rapid ratings of 350 and a noteworthy peak surpassing 750 – a journey marked by ups, downs, and an occasional breathtaking checkmate.

Starting at the modest rapid rating lows in early 2023 – where winning was as elusive as a knight trapped in the corner – Selim gradually sharpened tactics and nerves. By late 2024 and into 2025, selimabayev hit a career rapid peak of 750, demonstrating that perseverance (and maybe some coffee) pays off. Blitz games? A couple of duels with a swift 626 peak, proving speed isn't just for the rook barrels down the board.

Playing Style & Quirks

• Average moves to clinch a win hover around 55, showing a preference for long-term strategic battles over quick gambits.
• Draws a crowd with a White win rate better than Black, boasting 53.57% victories when playing first. Black games still respectable at 44% wins.
• Psychologically, Selim keeps a tilt factor at a modest 4 – a zen master in the making, perhaps?
• Best time on the clock? Early morning chess at 8 AM seems to awaken the inner grandmaster.

Notable Records & Rivalries

Despite dabbling with 'Top Secret' openings (literally, statistics cloaked in mystery), Selim owns a near 50% win rate in rapid battles and a solid 50% in blitz on the rare fast-and-furious occasions. His longest winning streak reached a confident 7 games, with a current hot streak of 3 wins – making Selim a player to watch when on form.

Some rivals have become familiar faces at the board: Maksat-94, Ogam230911, and mr300030 are frequent sparring partners, although Selim has struggled particularly against Maksat-94 (0% win rate) while finding sweet success against others like Timhp37 and Javousjavous123 with a clean 100% victory record. Clearly, Selim knows how to make enemies and friends in the same move!

Memorable Moment

One of Selim's latest triumphs was a dazzling march with the Scandinavian Defense, executing a checkmate to leave opponents gasping, all in less than 20 moves. His games are a rollercoaster ride of inspiration, missteps, and brilliant tactical flair.

In Summary

Selim Abayev is not just another player on the chessboard; he’s an evolving strategist fueled by grit, early morning caffeine, and a curious ability to turn the tides after losing material. Whether launching a comeback or mastering the endgame, Selim's journey is a delightful reminder: in chess, every pawn counts – and every misstep could be the first step toward a stunning victory.