Rustam Kasimdzhanov — The Grandmaster with a Tactical Flair
Rustam Kasimdzhanov, known online as solingen2020, is a Grandmaster recognized by FIDE, wielding his chess pieces with both precision and flair. A player who doesn't shy away from the pressure of the clock, Rustam has a particular knack for blitz games, boasting a peak blitz rating of 2573 achieved in June 2020 — a testament to his lightning-fast calculation skills and nerves of steel.
His style? Well, fans might say Rustam enjoys a good endgame battle (he reaches endgames in about 84% of his games) and isn’t afraid to grind out wins that last well over 70 moves. His average win comes after an epic 74 moves, proving that patience truly is a virtue for this master tactician.
When it comes to openings, he's top secret — literally. His top blitz opening, charmingly dubbed "Top Secret", has netted him over 55% victories. In rapid chess, he’s fond of the Nimzowitsch Defense Scandinavian Exchange Variation, where he sports a flawless 100% win rate, at least from the single game recorded.
His psychological resilience is worthy of mention: with a tilt factor of just 2, Rustam hardly gets rattled. What’s more, his astonishing 81.82% comeback rate after losing material reveals an indomitable fighting spirit. Opponents beware: throwing him a bone might just be feeding a beast.
His schedule suggests a peak performance around 3 PM, where he boasts a perfect 100% win rate in blitz games — so if you’re planning to challenge him, aiming for the quiet hours might not be the wisest choice.
On the scoreboard
- Blitz record: 10 wins, 7 losses, 1 draw
- Rapid record: undefeated with 1 win
- Longest winning streak: 4 games
- Current winning streak: 1 game (keep that momentum!)
Rustam's recent games reveal a mix of triumph and tribulation. A dazzling victory in June 2025 using the Nimzowitsch Defense Scandinavian Exchange opened with an aggressive 1.e4 and finished with the opponent resigning after a fierce 34-move grind. On the flip side, his toughest losses came from speedy opponents like Farrukh Amonatov, whose time savvy edged Rustam out on the clock.
Fun fact: Rustam often favors White, enjoying a 60% win rate with the white pieces, but his Black pieces are by no means second fiddle, flashing a solid 55.56% success rate. White, black—he plays them all like a maestro conducting a turbulent yet beautiful symphony.
Whether you're learning chess or just here for entertainment, Rustam Kasimdzhanov’s games offer a great study in resilience, calculated risk, and the occasional touch of mystery. So until next time, keep your eyes peeled and your kings safe—it's Rustam's chessboard kingdom!