Player Profile: szkahanov
Meet szkahanov, a chess enthusiast whose games evolve much like a fascinating biological process—full of growth spurts, strategic mutations, and occasional moments of cellular chaos. With a Blitz rating that has blossomed from a modest 100 to peaks well in the 700s and beyond, szkahanov exemplifies adaptability in the ever-changing ecosystem of online chess.
Specializing in the Queens Pawn Opening and wielding the enigmatic Englund Gambit with a win rate over 65%, this player knows how to zag when others zig. Whether it's the sturdy Philidor Defense or the bold Indian Game, their opening repertoire suggests a versatile genome of chess knowledge, ready to evolve based on the foe's weaknesses.
With over 500 recorded Blitz games in 2023 alone, resulting in nearly as many wins as losses, szkahanov prowls the battlefield with an endgame frequency north of 60%, proving patience and resilience are part of their DNA. Interestingly, their comeback rate is an impressive 77.7%, signaling a remarkable capacity to regenerate and adapt after setbacks—a true survival specialist in the wild world of chess.
When it comes to time-based rhythms, the winning chemical reactions of szkahanov peak around early morning hours and late nights, with a stellar 100% win rate recorded at 9 AM and a glowing 76.47% around 6 AM—clearly a creature of twilight and dawn. Their psychological evolution, however, reveals a slight "tilt factor" of 7, reminding us even the best have their off-cycles.
Opponents beware: this player's tactical awareness is as sharp as a molecular enzyme, boasting a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece, and an early resignation rate of only 4%, showing a tenacity that would make the toughest mitochondria proud.
In the grand symphony of checkmates and draw offers, szkahanov stands out not just as a player, but as a living organism—constantly learning, adapting, and thriving in the vast biosphere of online chess. Here's to many more genetic victories and evolutionary leaps!
Feedback for szkahanov
You've been showing solid understanding and tactical awareness in your recent games. Here are some specific points to help you improve even further:
- Opening consistency: You often choose solid openings like the Scandinavian Defense and Caro-Kann, which suit your style well. Continue studying key plans and themes in these openings to gain an edge early in the game.
- Transition to the middlegame: Your piece coordination after the opening stage is good, especially looking at your recent win where you managed to generate strong pressure. Remember to watch for opportunities to improve piece activity and control key squares as the position opens.
- Tactical vigilance: Your wins show sharp tactical play, especially recognizing and executing checkmates or winning material combinations. Keep training tactics regularly to maintain and sharpen this strength.
- Time management: You generally maintain good time control, which helps avoid panic decisions. To improve, try to allocate more time strategically — spend extra time in critical positions and simplify your thought process in less complex moments.
- Defensive resilience: Some losses involved sharp attacks from your opponents, often opening diagonals or lines against your king. Focus on king safety and recognizing opponent threats early, so you can neutralize attacks or trade off dangerous pieces.
- Endgame technique: Your games indicate room for growth in converting advantages in the endgame. Studying fundamental endgames (king and pawn, rook endgames) will build confidence and help you squeeze out more wins.
Overall, you are on a good path. Keep analyzing your games, focusing on both your triumphs and setbacks. Try to identify patterns in your losses — are there recurring mistakes or positions that challenge you more?
Keep up the effort and enjoy your progress on the board!
🆚 Opponent Insights
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| smalldog44 | 1W / 1L / 1D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 481 | |||
| 2024 | 749 | |||
| 2023 | 783 | 764 | 224 | 949 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12W / 20L / 2D | 10W / 22L / 2D | 58.4 |
| 2024 | 2W / 2L / 0D | 2W / 2L / 0D | 53.5 |
| 2023 | 140W / 108L / 12D | 120W / 130L / 11D | 64.0 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Attack | 179 | 98 | 73 | 8 | 54.8% |
| Philidor Defense | 85 | 36 | 46 | 3 | 42.4% |
| Australian Defense | 58 | 29 | 25 | 4 | 50.0% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 35 | 18 | 15 | 2 | 51.4% |
| Czech Defense | 21 | 8 | 9 | 4 | 38.1% |
| Amar Gambit | 21 | 13 | 7 | 1 | 61.9% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 17 | 8 | 7 | 2 | 47.1% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 15 | 5 | 10 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Center Game | 11 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 36.4% |
| Bishop's Opening: 3.d3 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 44.4% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Czech Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Philidor Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Amazon Attack | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| English Opening: Drill Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Australian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Defense | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Amazon Attack | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Czech Defense | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Amar Gambit | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Colle: 3...e6 4.Bd3 c5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Unknown | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Attack | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Philidor Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 6 | 1 |
| Losing | 7 | 0 |