Timothe Razafindratsima IM

Personalised Feedback for Timothé Razafindratsima

1. Current trajectory

• Your recent streak (5 wins – 3 losses) shows you are hovering near 2925 (2024-03-01).
• You score particularly well in the late afternoon session – see
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• Win-rate consistency across days is solid but Mondays dip noticeably – consult
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2. Core strengths to keep nurturing

1. Flexible fianchetto structures
   Whether it is the King’s-Indian Attack, Réti or English lines, you navigate g3/Bg2 setups with confidence. • Example: In your win vs Vinchero777 you punished 31…Re7 by redirecting your knight to e8-f6-g8-h8(!) with decisive effect.
   
   
   
2. Tactical alertness when initiative is yours
   Your victories often come from dynamic piece activity – e.g. the exchange sacrifice 29…Rxh3⁺ vs Chefshouse_Junior_2009.
3. Practical decision-making under time pressure
   Four of the last five wins were converted with >30 s still on the clock while the opponent flagged.

3. Recurrent issues to address

1. Early-king exposure vs flank pawn storms
   Both defeats to Thomas Beerdsen arose after allowing h-file pressure. Typical pattern: …g6/Bg7 then h4-h5 breaks open g6. 👉 Work on defensive resources in structures where you fianchetto and allow h-pawn advance (search “KID vs h4 systems”).
2. Mishandling unusual openings
   Loss to 1.a4 Ra3?! (vs kleinebeer98) shows discomfort facing off-beat play. Recommendation: once a week play training games starting from a random opening position to increase adaptability.
3. Central tension release too soon
   In the loss vs The_Machine04 you exchanged on c4 & b5 too early and ceded the e-centre; pawn lever timing drills will help.
4. Time-for-conversion discipline
   Two earlier games were lost on time or by over-pressing clearly won positions. Strategy: Set a “30-second rule” – if you are +4 eval or more, simplify instead of hunting brilliancies.

4. Concrete next steps (4-week micro-plan)

5. Mini opening lab

Add one classical 1…e5 system as Black to complement your 1…g6 setups – the Berlin or Petroff will expose you to structures where king safety is less fragile.

6. Motivational snapshot

Your ceiling is clearly above 2900 Blitz – small defensive upgrades and clock discipline should get you there within 30 days.

Good luck, keep the fire, and remember: solid defence turns winning tactics into quiet victories!