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Sola

Skimb Montpellier Since 2020 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟
51.3%- 44.7%- 4.1%
Bullet 1555
643W 560L 22D
Blitz 1700
2195W 1967L 194D
Rapid 2037
914W 757L 82D
Daily 1430
26W 10L 1D

Overview

Sola is a daring and industrious chess player known for lightning decisions in Bullet and deep tactics in Rapid. While Sola prefers Bullet play, the rapid results tell a story of a player who can slow down, calculate, and deliver. Highlights include a Rapid peak of 2046 (2026-01-24) and long streaks that keep opponents on edge.

  • Username: Sola
  • Preferred time control - Bullet
  • Strong performer in Rapid and Blitz as well
  • Most played opponent: Quint the fifth with an impressive record versus them

Playing Style & Strengths

Sola combines aggressive opening choices with tenacity in the endgame. Games often head into long, tactical fights. Key tendencies you will notice:

  • High endgame frequency - Sola sees and plays long endgames regularly
  • Low early resignation rate - fights to the last move
  • Exceptional comeback ability with a Comeback Rate around 78 percent
  • Average decisive game length often near 60 to 70 moves
  • Best time of day to play: early morning around 06:00

Openings & Signature Lines

Sola loves sharp, sometimes offbeat play. The Amar Gambit is a true signature, used across Bullet, Blitz, Rapid, and Daily with strong results. Other favorites include the Scandinavian and Blackburne Shilling Gambit, plus a taste for the Poisoned Pawn ideas.

  • Signature weapon: Amar Gambit - prolific use and strong win rates
  • Also frequently plays: Scandinavian Defense, Blackburne Shilling Gambit, Caro-Kann
  • White tricks: aggressive flank pushes such as early g4 show up often in Sola's play

Sample attack - try this short sequence to feel the style:

Career Highlights

  • Remarkable streaks - longest winning streak of 23 games
  • Peak Rapid rating captured here: 2046 (2026-01-24)
  • Peak Blitz showing notable strength as well: 1721 (2025-12-05)
  • Frequently victorious against top repeated opponents - for example a lopsided record versus quint_the_5th

Watch Sola's Rapid rating rise over time here:

Rapid Rating211618791641140411662020: 12452021: 15142022: 16312023: 18162024: 18162025: 20062026: 20372020202120222023202420252026

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Fun Facts & Notes

  • Sola plays many unconventional first moves - g4 shows up a lot in recent years
  • Known for long fights - average moves per win near 60
  • Great at bouncing back after setbacks
  • Want to explore an opening? Start with Amar Gambit
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