Sophie Nikoladze - Woman International Master
Meet Sophie Nikoladze, a chess player whose title, Woman International Master, is a testament to her sharp skills and deep understanding of the game. With a playing style that combines patience and tactical brilliance, Sophie has a knack for thrilling comebacks — boasting a remarkable 89% comeback rate and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece. Clearly, Sophie is not one to throw in the towel early, echoing her relatively low early resignation rate of just under 5%.
Sophie's chess journey is a rollercoaster of intense blitz, rapid, and bullet battles, where she’s logged hundreds of games and dazzled opponents with a blend of dogged endgame mastery—she sees the board deeper than most, spending an average of 72 moves per victory. In blitz games, her rating peaked impressively at 2315 in 2020, keeping her firmly on the competitive radar for years.
When it comes to openings, Sophie keeps her secrets very well, carving out nearly 40% win rates across all time controls with her “Top Secret” opening repertoire. She's the cunning tactician who battles fiercely whether she's white or black, with a particular edge wielded when playing white, winning over 44% of the time.
She carries a psychological iron will, displaying a tilt factor of just 10 — in English, this means Sophie mostly keeps her cool even in tough spots, which complements her comeback prowess. Sophie's worst enemy? Time zones with a dash of Friday blues, where her win rate dips to 25%, but show her a sunny Tuesday afternoon and she’ll give you a run for your money.
Outside of the stats and titles, Sophie’s rivals include a roster of familiar foes—from ilikoom22, where she scores over 83%, to kodihange, against whom she's dominated with an 84% success rate. Suffice to say, if you’re on her opponent list, be prepared for a fierce fight or risk being outfoxed on the board.
With an ongoing winning streak of 3 games heading into 2024 and with over 350 blitz games played in the past few years alone, Sophie Nikoladze continues to embody grit, strategy, and unyielding passion for chess. If you want to catch her at her best, tune in around 10 AM or 6 AM – maybe chess isn’t just a game for Sophie, it’s an early bird’s delight!
In summary: Sophie Nikoladze isn’t just playing chess, she’s living it — one masterful move at a time. Whether you’re a casual player or a fellow WIM, Sophie’s story is a striking reminder that resilience, strategy, and a splash of mystery can make a grandmaster-level impact.