Sofiko Tereladze - Woman International Master
Sofiko Tereladze, better known in the chess world as sopo-tereladze, is a formidable Woman International Master (WIM) with a flair for dramatic comebacks and tactical wizardry. With a rating that has danced between the mid-1900s and mid-2500s in blitz, rapid, and bullet formats, Sofiko keeps opponents on their toes, proving that chess is a marathon as much as a sprint.
Known for an impressive 94.47% comeback rate, Sofiko is the queen of turning tables—losing a piece? No problem! She boasts a 100% win rate after losing a piece, making "game over" a phrase she rarely hears. Her endgame skills are equally impressive, appearing in nearly 85% of her games and lasting an average of over 80 moves per win or loss. Patience and perseverance are clearly part of her arsenal.
Whether playing as white or black, Sofiko maintains close to a 45% win rate, with a slight edge when wielding the white pieces. If you catch her playing blitz, don't blink—her max rating peaked at an astounding 2554, thanks in part to hundreds of games where she balanced wins and losses like a high-wire artist.
A strategic mind with a penchant for "Top Secret" openings, she quietly dominates with a win rate close to 59% in rapid games and keeps her opponents guessing in blitz and bullet format with nearly 42% and 48% win rates respectively.
Off the board, Sofiko’s psychological resilience shines, with a low tilt factor of just 8—a near Zen master amidst the stormy seas of competitive chess. Though rated play can be tougher, she remains a fierce competitor who can surprise you with a winning streak as long as 8 games straight.
Always ready to challenge familiar rivals, Sofiko maintains great records against many, scoring perfect wins against some frequent opponents. If you face her on the board, be prepared for a smart, patient game peppered with tactical shots and a touch of unexpected brilliance.
Fun fact: With an early resignation rate barely above 1%, Sofiko’s motto might just be, "If you’re not fighting till the end, are you really playing?"
Sofiko Tereladze continues to inspire as a shining star in women’s chess, blending grit, style, and a dash of mystery in every game played.