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Petar G. Arnaudov GM

Username: StrategySensei007

Location: Sofia

Playing Since: 2011-10-19 (Active)

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Daily: 1871
36W / 10L / 1D
Rapid: 2368
10W / 5L / 5D
Blitz: 2695
4776W / 4684L / 960D
Bullet: 2529
138W / 96L / 6D

Petar G. Arnaudov - The Chess Grandmaster Extraordinaire

Known online as StrategySensei007, Petar G. Arnaudov is a FIDE Grandmaster whose chess journey resembles an epic saga of brilliance, resilience, and a dash of quirky charm. Rising from a modest Daily rating of 1200 in 2015, Petar quickly punched above his weight, showing a remarkable winning streak and steadily climbing the ranks to reach a peak Daily rating of 1882 by 2019.

If blitz chess was an Olympic sport, Petar would have a full shelf of gold medals. His blitz peak rating soared an astonishing 2774 in September 2022, a testament to his lightning-fast tactical prowess and uncanny intuition on the board. In bullet chess, a format that practically requires a chess-playing robot's reflexes, he reached a peak of 2578, proving he can think, move, and checkmate in the blink of an eye.

Petar's playing style is as methodical as it is daring. His average winning game stretches to over 76 moves, suggesting a patient strategist who loves a good endgame ballet. Indeed, he dives into endgames nearly 80% of the time, showing a true maestro's command when the stakes are highest. Not one to give up lightly, Petar’s comeback rate after losing a piece is an impressive 89.4%, and he frequently turns apparent disaster into dazzling triumphs.

Despite the grueling intensity of chess battles, he keeps his cool with an exceptionally low early resignation rate (under 1%), showing a fighting spirit worthy of legends. Although we can't all be winners every match, Petar’s longest winning streak of 16 games and overall balanced win-loss record reflect a competitive mind that never quits.

Petar's signature openings remain carefully guarded - literally labeled "Top Secret" - but his success with the Indian Game: Black Knights Tango and the Caro Kann Defense speaks volumes about his versatility and deep knowledge.

A Laugh or Two with a Grandmaster

When asked about his secret weapon, Petar joked, “I whisper sweet nothings to my knights and hope for the best.” His love for the game is infectious, and his games often feature stunning sacrifices and unexpected turns that surprise both opponents and fans.

Petar's recent battle against the formidable opponent ElHelvetico is a chess thriller worth reading. Despite fierce exchanges, Petar triumphed by forcing a resignation after a relentless strategic assault. Link to the masterpiece: Match Replay.

In Summary

Petar G. Arnaudov, aka StrategySensei007, is a chess virtuoso whose journey from humble beginnings to grandmaster status is peppered with impressive peak ratings, intricate gameplay, and a solid track record of wins across formats. He’s not just a player; he’s a strategist, a tactician, and occasionally, a chess comedian. Watch this space — the chessboard is his stage, and every pawn is a potential star!


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Overall Performance and Trend

Petar, your recent blitz games show a consistent upward trend in performance with a strength-adjusted win rate just above 50% and a positive rating increase of 32 points in the last month. Your steady improvement is a great sign of your commitment to growth over the past six months, with a solid rating gain of 21 points during that period.

Game Analysis Highlights

  • You demonstrated strong opening knowledge and adaptability in the English Opening and related systems, often handling complex pawn structures and exchanges well.
  • Your endgame technique stood out in games where you efficiently converted advantage into a win, notably in the games where you promoted pawns and executed checkmate patterns smoothly.
  • In your wins, you capitalized well on opponent’s inaccuracies, maintaining good pressure and piece activity to gradually increase your positional advantage.

Areas for Improvement

  • Midgame Piece Coordination: In some losses, there were moments where piece coordination could be improved, especially when dealing with counterattacks. Strengthening your tactical awareness during transitions from the opening to the midgame can help retain control.
  • Handling Pressure: A few games showed difficulties managing defensive positions against active attacks. Working on defensive resourcefulness and calculating critical lines under time pressure can increase resilience.
  • Time Management: There were fluctuations in the clock usage indicating opportunities to balance calculation time more effectively, especially in complex positions. Prioritize key decision moments and avoid rush moves.

Opening Suggestions

Your preference for openings like the English Opening and Caro-Kann Defense is well matched to your playing style. Consider:

  • Deepening your study of the English Opening's variations and typical pawn breaks to create more dynamic plans.
  • Practicing typical Caro-Kann structures to better anticipate opponent strategies, especially in lines involving early pawn breaks and exchanges.
  • Review and reinforce your response strategies against common counter lines in these openings to avoid early loss of tempo or material.

Next Steps for Improvement

  • Analyze critical moments from your losses with a focus on tactical accuracy and defensive techniques.
  • Incorporate regular tactical puzzles emphasizing calculation under time constraints to enhance quick decision-making.
  • Review and annotate your games to identify recurring patterns in both successes and areas needing work.
  • Consider exploring new lines or move orders within your opening repertoire to expand flexibility.

Keep up the excellent work and maintain your positive rating trajectory! Your dedication is clearly paying off.



🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
austinhahaha 0W / 1L / 0D
aykm 0W / 0L / 1D
huwja 1W / 1L / 0D
newchesscorner64 0W / 1L / 0D
sophisticatedfork 0W / 1L / 0D
swinghigh11 2W / 0L / 0D
yabbadabbadoooooooo 2W / 3L / 0D
f1chess22 0W / 1L / 0D
vanhnolifechess 1W / 0L / 0D
jwcheah 1W / 0L / 0D
Most Played Opponents
Krasimir Rusev 35W / 35L / 5D
Rogelio Jr Antonio 23W / 42L / 3D
Daniel Rodriguez Portela 24W / 21L / 6D
oggy1984 30W / 15L / 2D
Konstantin Kodinets 17W / 18L / 6D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2538 2695
2024 2524 2699
2023 2602
2022 2704
2021 2527 2647 2368
2020 2650 2363 1871
2019 2578 2616 1882
2018 2377 2557 1727
2017 2113 2418 1421 1727
2016 2096 2415 1346 1747
2015 2147 2416 1777
2014 1993 2298
2013 1793
2011 1866
Rating by Year2011201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024202527041346YearRatingBulletBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 86W / 85L / 15D 86W / 97L / 11D 85.6
2024 91W / 77L / 17D 71W / 91L / 22D 84.5
2023 1W / 5L / 1D 3W / 2L / 0D 79.2
2022 38W / 45L / 8D 43W / 35L / 9D 82.6
2021 10W / 9L / 2D 6W / 11L / 5D 80.7
2020 259W / 265L / 59D 245W / 285L / 55D 80.3
2019 396W / 410L / 75D 330W / 453L / 79D 81.9
2018 451W / 413L / 95D 343W / 494L / 96D 81.5
2017 330W / 309L / 61D 284W / 335L / 66D 79.9
2016 496W / 353L / 68D 459W / 388L / 75D 79.8
2015 306W / 191L / 42D 286W / 193L / 53D 77.8
2014 131W / 71L / 27D 135W / 92L / 16D 76.4
2013 0W / 1L / 0D 0W / 0L / 0D 110.0
2011 4W / 0L / 0D 3W / 0L / 0D 73.1

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Caro-Kann Defense 714 335 327 52 46.9%
English Defense: Blumenfeld-Hiva Gambit 445 224 188 33 50.3%
King's Indian Defense: Larsen Variation 444 223 187 34 50.2%
Modern 352 155 173 24 44.0%
English Opening: Agincourt Defense 331 144 152 35 43.5%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 286 121 135 30 42.3%
Sicilian Defense: Closed 209 109 88 12 52.1%
London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation 192 75 100 17 39.1%
Ruy Lopez 190 81 83 26 42.6%
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation 188 100 69 19 53.2%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Modern 16 5 9 2 31.2%
Australian Defense 11 7 4 0 63.6%
Amar Gambit 8 6 2 0 75.0%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 7 5 1 1 71.4%
King's Indian Defense: Larsen Variation 7 4 2 1 57.1%
English Opening: Agincourt Defense 6 5 1 0 83.3%
Barnes Defense 6 5 1 0 83.3%
Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit 6 3 3 0 50.0%
Döry Defense 6 4 2 0 66.7%
Caro-Kann Defense 5 1 4 0 20.0%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Caro-Kann Defense 5 2 2 1 40.0%
Scotch Game 3 3 0 0 100.0%
Slav Defense: Alekhine Variation 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Sicilian Defense: Sozin Attack 1 0 0 1 0.0%
QGA: 4.e3 e6 5.Bxc4 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Giuoco Piano: Tarrasch Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%
English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Bogo-Indian Defense 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 1 0 0 1 0.0%
Ruy Lopez: Closed 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation 6 5 1 0 83.3%
Caro-Kann Defense 4 3 1 0 75.0%
English Defense: Blumenfeld-Hiva Gambit 3 2 1 0 66.7%
Scotch Game 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Blackburne Shilling Gambit 2 2 0 0 100.0%
French Defense 2 0 2 0 0.0%
Sicilian Defense 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Modern 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation 2 2 0 0 100.0%
English Opening: Symmetrical Variation 1 0 0 1 0.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 16 0
Losing 13 2