Overview
Suyog Wagh — known online as suyu28 — is an International Master (FIDE) and a modern blitz virtuoso. A profile built on sharp tactics, long endgames and a taste for wild openings, Suyog has carved a reputation as a fast, resourceful player who often finishes games with theatrical flair. Keywords for search engines: Suyog Wagh, suyu28, International Master, chess, blitz specialist, chess biography.
Playing Style
Suyog's style mixes tactical fireworks with surprisingly patient endgame work. He averages long decisive games — a sign he loves to play the full board — and has a notable comeback instinct when down material. Preferred time control: Blitz (he consistently prefers and excels at fast, sharp games).
- Endgame frequency is high — he grinds opponents down rather than bail early.
- Strong at handling chaos: good WinRateAfterLosingPiece and comeback ability.
- Plays both as White and Black with confidence — White win rate edges higher.
Openings & Preferences
Suyog loves the unexpected. He mixes mainstream defenses with offbeat lines to steer opponents into discomfort. Favored themes include dynamic pawn-storms and sidelines where practical chances outweigh theory memorization.
- Frequently plays the Caro-Kann Defense as Black — a reliable counterpunch.
- As White he often chooses aggressive setups like the Amazon Attack and its Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack sub-variations.
- Also comfortable in modern and gambit lines (Amar Gambit appears regularly in blitz and bullet).
Career Highlights & Stats
A quick snapshot of what defines Suyog's track record — peak performances, long streaks, and the formats he prefers (blitz first).
- Title: International Master (FIDE)
- Preferred time control: Blitz — the arena where he shines most consistently.
- Notable streaks: a lengthy winning streak and a rare long losing streak that underscored his resilience.
- Peak blitz rating (interactive): 2926 (2025-11-24)
- Rating trend (interactive chart):
Rivalries & Memorable Games
Suyog has faced many familiar names on the server and in tournaments. He enjoys rematches and has dominant records against some regular opponents.
- Frequent opponent: Nikhil Dixit — one of his most-played rivals with a rich history of decisive fights.
- Other regulars include sammed_shete and gmhess — competitive encounters that often head into time trouble.
- Example blitz game for study and replay (Ruy Lopez / Italian hybrid):
Fun Facts & Extras
Off the board, Suyog likes to inject humor into chats and is known to celebrate wins with a witty one-liner. A few extra tidbits that give color to the player behind the handle suyu28:
- Nickname online: suyu28 — quick to accept rematches and faster to cancel when out of coffee.
- Best time of day to challenge him: early morning — his psychological trend data suggests a peak around sunrise.
- Placeholders above (chart, peak stat, PGN) provide interactive hooks for deeper exploration.