Sahil Sinha (Snail28)
International Master, Chess Virtuoso & Occasional Blitz Wizard
Meet Sahil Sinha, known in the chess world (and perhaps in the cafeteria) as Snail28, an International Master with a knack for turning pawns into queens and opponents into bewildered bystanders. Sahil’s journey through the 64 squares has been marked by relentless dedication, tactical wizardry, and an impressive (some might say intimidating) win rate, especially when the clock is ticking furiously.
From humble beginnings in 2015 with a blitz rating of around 2059, Sahil’s rapid improvement saw him almost leapfrog into the 2600s in blitz by 2022 – a snippet of his speed chess prowess. His bullet game? A rollercoaster ride with peaks brushing nearly 2600, proving that when it comes to lightning-fast decision making, Sahil’s fingers might be keeping up with his brain (or at least trying to).
Sahil has a penchant for endgame battles, with a frequency of 69.15%, demonstrating a patient killer’s instinct — or perhaps a love for long, drawn-out chess dramas. And if things ever go awry, fear not! His comeback rate is an astonishing 79.91%, with a 95% win rate after losing a piece, essentially making him the Houdini of the chessboard.
When it comes to style, Sahil isn’t one to resign early — unless it's Monday morning or the opponent brings out a particularly sneaky gambit. His average game length hovers around 66 moves, suggesting epic battles that would give Tolstoy’s novels a run for their money.
And let’s not forget: Sahil’s psychological resilience is no joke. With a tilt factor of 17 (a respectable level of frustration for anyone who’s ever blundered a queen), he still manages to keep things cool and collected, even if his pet goldfish might disagree. Sahil’s preferred battle times? Evening hours around 15:00 to 21:00, where his performance bursts past 50% win rates and sometimes climbs to a dazzling 62% – chess magic under the stars!
Off the board, Sahil is as much a strategist of life as he is on it, often found contemplating “What would Kasparov do?” while munching on snacks during breaks. Whether crushing opponents online or simply entertaining friends with hilarious chess anecdotes, Sahil embodies the perfect mix of skill, humor, and dedication.
In short, if you ever find yourself challenged to a game by Snail28, expect a battle of brains, nerves, and maybe a few surprising knight forks — and remember, the snail might just be quicker than you think.