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Yilin Li WFM

thecatdoglady Since 2024 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟♟♟
40.6% W 53.5% L 5.9% D
Bullet
2111
648W 710L 87D
Blitz
2290
139W 338L 23D
Rapid
2091
20W 16L 7D
Daily
389
1W 1L 0D

Yilin Li Chess Player Profile

Yilin Li, also known as thecatdoglady, is a Woman FIDE Master with a knack for dramatic comebacks and a preference for fast-paced Blitz games. Her journey through the chess world mixes sharp tactics with plenty of laughs, especially when her cat and dog interrupt online sessions.

Playing Style and Favorite Openings

Known for aggressive starts, Yilin often dives into the Sicilian Defense or Caro-Kann Defense to catch opponents off guard. Her record shows resilience after tough losses, turning potential defeats into wins through clever endgames. Sicilian Defense Caro-Kann Defense

  • Longest winning streak: 9 games
  • Longest losing streak: 16 games, which she jokes built character

Notable Rivalries

One fierce matchup stands out against theheirtothedemon, where Yilin has battled in dozens of intense games. These encounters highlight her growth and love for competitive spirit in the chess community.

Career Highlights

From rising ratings in rapid play to dominating bullet sessions, Yilin keeps improving year after year. Fans appreciate her humorous take on tilt factors and best playing times around 1 AM.

Blitz Rating229122522212217321332024: 21462025: 22602026: 2278202420252026
Win Rate by Opening0%25%75%100%50%Scandinavian Defense: 32.3% over 99 gamesAmar Gambit: 45.9% over 85 gamesSicilian Defense: 51.2% over 80 gamesCaro-Kann Defense: 47.6% over 63 gamesSicilian Defense: O'Kelly Variation: 31.1% over 61 gamesAmazon Attack: 39.3% over 56 gamesScandinavian Defense32%Amar Gambit46%Sicilian Defense51%Caro-Kann Defense48%Sicilian Defense: O'Kel…31%Amazon Attack39%

Bio last updated 2026-07-08