Grandmaster Reefat Bin Sattar (Tacticusbd)
Meet Reefat Bin Sattar, an elite chess Grandmaster whose brain is certified by FIDE to operate in 64 squares and beyond. Known in the online arena as Tacticusbd, Reefat dazzles opponents with a blend of strategic finesse and a pinch of quirky creativity that keeps the chess world on its toes.
Rating and Performance
With a peak Blitz rating soaring to an impressive 2573 as recently as March 2024, Reefat consistently hovers near the top ranks with a rapid-fire approach that mesmerizes both fans and foes. His Rapid peak rating cracked the 2400 barrier back in 2020, proving that speed doesn't compromise sophistication in his playstyles.
Playing Style and Strengths
Reefat's chess mantra could be summarized as "Never resign early, unless you've spotted a better plan." His early resignation rate is a modest 2.33%, showing he fights for every move. Endgames constitute a whopping 70.4% of his games, demonstrating patience and endurance.
Known for epic comebacks, Reefat boasts a remarkable 79.7% comeback rate after falling behind — a true phoenix on the 64-square battlefield. If he loses a piece, his fighting spirit shines: nearly 44% of the time, he turns the tides for a victorious result.
Preferred Openings
Reefat is a grand tactician, favoring a few favorite openings with impressive success:
- Caro Kann Defense Advance Van der Wiel Attack: A stunning 77.8% win rate — because who doesn't like advancing in style?
- French Defense Tarrasch Modern System: Commanding a 75% win rate, Reefat maneuvers like a modern-day Napoleon on this battleground.
- Sicilian Defense Cowboy Attack: Ranching a solid 66.7% win rate — yeehaw!
Notable Stats & Quirks
Reefat’s average game length hovers around 59 moves for wins and 64 moves for losses, indicating marathon battles filled with tactical twists. His white pieces deliver a hefty 49.2% win rate, while his black pieces hold firm at nearly 42%.
Random fun fact: Reefat’s luckiest hours fall late at night, with his best time to play chess around 11 PM — clearly, the night owl strategy works best!
Recent Triumph
In a dazzling example of his mastery, Reefat's latest recorded game on June 2, 2025, saw him execute a sharp French Defense Advance Paulsen Euwe Variation, clinching victory by checkmate in a tactical showcase (details here).
Legacy & Personality
More than just a player, Reefat Bin Sattar is a strategist with a sense of humor who likely chuckles when sacrificing a pawn — after all, every loss is just a plot twist in his grand chess novel. A trusted opponent on Chess.com, he’s known for relentless determination and an encyclopedic knowledge of opponents’ tendencies.
Whether you call him Reefat or Tacticusbd, this Grandmaster's moves speak louder than words and his games promise excitement, drama, and moments of sheer genius.