Shafi Dayatar - The Grandmaster of "Top Secret" Openings
Meet Shafi Dayatar, also known in the chess world by the enigmatic handle shafidayatar456321. A player whose rating graph looks like a rollercoaster designed by a chess-loving thrill seeker, Shafi is no stranger to the battlefield of the 64 squares.
Early Days and Ratings Journey
Starting with a Blitz rating hovering around 1000 in 2016, Shafi steadily climbed to a peak Blitz rating near 1340 in 2020 — proving once and for all that persistence and caffeine are king. In Daily games, Shafi’s peak reached an impressive 1358, hinting at some serious patience and occasional procrastination skills. Rapid games? Mid-1200s and even a sparkly 1401 peak in 2023, suggesting rapid-fire brilliance when it counts.
Style of Play: Strategy With a Dash of Mystery
His favoured weapon: a mysterious "Top Secret" opening that apparently baffles opponents just enough to win close to half of his Blitz and Rapid battles, and more than half in Daily games. Bullet games? Well, let's just say Shafi prefers his bullets with a little more time to reload, as the win rate is a humble 42%, but hey — every grandmaster has their kryptonite.
Record and Rivalries
With a nearly even record in Blitz games (1303 wins and 1316 losses), Shafi takes the battlefield like a seasoned warrior who knows that each loss is just another step toward eventual victory. His most dramatic comeback rate is an astonishing 76% and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece—clearly, Shafi is the comeback kid of chess arenas worldwide.
Psychology & Quirks
With a tilt factor of 12, Shafi admits he isn’t entirely immune to the occasional emotional hiccup — maybe a resigned groan here, a dramatic sigh there. His early resignation rate is a modest 1.85%, suggesting he rarely throws in the towel before the final checkmate dance.
Winning Streaks and Timing
His longest winning streak? A splendid 10 games — the kind of run that probably felt like he was the grandmaster of the universe. Fun fact: Shafi’s most lethal hour falls just before midnight (22:00) with a win rate above 55%, so consider challenging him earlier in the day if you want a fighting chance.
In Summary
Shafi Dayatar is a chess aficionado who blends tactical awareness with a sprinkle of mystery and a pinch of unpredictability. Whether it’s blitz, rapid, or the slow dance of daily games, Shafi plays with heart, sometimes with a smirk, and always ready for the next move. Opponents beware: the "Top Secret" is out there, and it’s probably your next checkmate!
