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Zvonko Stanojoski GM

Username: Ucitelot

Playing Since: 2020-05-13 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟♟♟♟♟

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Rapid: 2517
1W / 0L / 0D
Blitz: 2675
12387W / 6225L / 2580D
Bullet: 2572
18W / 5L / 3D

Grandmaster Zvonko Stanojoski - The Chess Dynamo Known as Ucitelot

Meet Zvonko Stanojoski, proudly bearing the prestigious title of Grandmaster bestowed by FIDE. On the battlegrounds of 64 squares, Zvonko—also known by the formidable username Ucitelot—is a daring strategist whose blitz games could make even the most seasoned opponents sweat.

Early Years and Rise

From humble beginnings to the dizzying heights of chess mastery, Zvonko's journey was anything but a straight path. With an average blitz rating creeping steadily into the 2500s and a peak blitz rating smashing through the 2600 barrier as recent as 2024, this grandmaster isn’t just a player; he's a force of nature on the board.

Playing Style

Known for his tenacity, Zvonko's approach to chess blends careful preparation with relentless pressure. His games typically last around 80 moves—because why rush when you can outplay your opponent in the long haul? His low early resignation rate (just 15%) and high comeback skill (a staggering 85%) show a gritty fighter who refuses to give up without a tussle.

Whether wielding the white or black pieces, Zvonko boasts impressive win rates: nearly 60% with white and over 57% with black, often controlling the game from the shadows like a grandmaster ninja.

Opening Repertoire

When it comes to openings, Zvonko is enigmatically labeled as "Top Secret" by his critics—probably because no one quite knows what to expect but everyone fears it. Among his known weapons in blitz battles: the Sicilian Defense's fried dishes and the clever Caro-Kann variations. His win rate in these tried-and-tested battlegrounds hovers comfortably near 60%, proving he’s a chef serving checkmates with a side of finesse.

Battle Record and Streaks

With over 11,900 blitz victories logged (yes, you read that right), Zvonko's playbook is thick with tales of triumph. His longest winning streak epic enough to rival a Netflix series: 27 games straight. Meanwhile, even his losses are few and far between, with only one losing streak topping out at eight.

Chronicles from the Arena

Just recently, on May 31, 2025, Zvonko (as Ucitelot) showcased his artistic prowess in a nail-biting blitz victory against Magnetus_Chess, wielding the Philidor Defense with the precision of a surgeon. His games reveal an unfazed coolness under pressure and the undeniable aura of a champion who’s been through the chess wars and emerged victorious.

When and How to Catch Him

If you ever want to watch Zvonko in action, mornings at 6 AM (the grandmaster’s secret weapon time) or the early hours between 6 and 7 AM are when he's at his sharpest. His win rate during these hours peaks, making it the perfect time for other players to either bring their A-game or simply spectate the master at work.

Final Thoughts

Zvonko Stanojoski—Grandmaster, blitz wizard, and unrelenting competitor—is not just a player; he's a legend weaving his story one game at a time. Chess may be a battle of wits, but with Zvonko on the board, it's an epic saga worth watching.

Warning to opponents: When facing Ucitelot, prepare for a marathon, and remember, the early bird may catch the worm, but the grandmaster eats the whole breakfast!


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What You're Doing Well

Zvonko, your recent games demonstrate a strong command of various popular openings such as the Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation and several Sicilian Defense variations. Your win rates in these lines are impressive, consistently above 55%, with some reaching near 64% like in the Ruy Lopez Exchange. This familiarity gives you a solid foundation going into middlegame positions.

  • Consistent ability to convert advantages into wins in complex positions, showing good tactical skills.
  • Strong endgame technique, as seen in your ability to press advantages and force resignations.
  • Good time management overall in blitz games, which is crucial for maintaining quality moves under time pressure.
  • Positive upward trend in rating over the last 3 and 6 months, indicating ongoing improvement.

Areas to Focus On for Improvement

Despite your many strengths, your games show some recurring themes where you can focus effort to raise your performance further:

  • Handling Counterattack Pressure: In your most recent loss, you allowed your opponent to generate strong counterplay against your king's position. Working on defensive resources and prophylactic moves can help reduce the risk of being overrun.
  • Opening Stability Against Aggressive Lines: While your win rate is good in popular openings, analyze some of the positions where you lost or drew to find if there are specific variations or ideas that trouble you. This will make your opening repertoire tougher to crack.
  • Maintaining Composure in Critical Moments: Quick tactical oversights sometimes surface when the clock gets low. Practicing tactical puzzles with short time limits or doing focused blitz sessions on calculation accuracy can help.
  • Expanding Knowledge of Less Familiar Endings: Some games ended in draws or lost positions where deeper knowledge could have swung the result. Studying tricky endgames relevant to your openings will add confidence and skill converting small advantages.

Next Steps for Training

To continue progressing steadily and make the most of your current rating momentum, consider these approaches:

  • Review your recent lost and drawn games to pinpoint the critical moments and recurring mistakes.
  • Incorporate focused opening preparation on your less comfortable lines, using databases and engine analysis.
  • Regularly solve tactical puzzles under timed conditions to enhance calculation speed and accuracy.
  • Study instructive endgames from your recent games and master key theoretical positions relevant to your playstyle.
  • Maintain your current training balance as the rating trend slope shows positive growth while preventing overtraining fatigue.

Summary

Your strong foundational knowledge and consistent winning are evident in your blitz performances. By sharpening your defense against active counterplay and reinforcing your opening and endgame knowledge, you can continue elevating your results. Keep capitalizing on your strengths, and use your recent wins as motivation for steady progress.



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Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2572 2686 2517
2024 2635 2517
2023 2563
2022 2554 2439 2517
2021 2555
2020 2255 2419
Rating by Year20202021202220232024202526862255YearRatingBulletBlitzRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 491W / 277L / 115D 436W / 319L / 126D 86.1
2024 799W / 397L / 190D 689W / 506L / 193D 86.4
2023 1016W / 519L / 266D 977W / 579L / 242D 86.3
2022 1227W / 680L / 277D 1256W / 671L / 279D 85.7
2021 1916W / 580L / 255D 1896W / 635L / 250D 80.6
2020 908W / 502L / 186D 811W / 574L / 206D 85.5

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation 824 523 169 132 63.5%
Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation 792 445 258 89 56.2%
Sicilian Defense: Closed 746 427 244 75 57.2%
Benko Gambit 718 414 209 95 57.7%
Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind 677 403 174 100 59.5%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 509 300 147 62 58.9%
Sicilian Defense 499 280 151 68 56.1%
QGD: 3.Nc3 Bb4 484 273 156 55 56.4%
Caro-Kann Defense 420 246 122 52 58.6%
English Opening: Symmetrical Variation 412 259 101 52 62.9%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Benoni Defense 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Exchange Variation 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Sicilian Defense 2 0 1 1 0.0%
Bird Opening: Dutch Variation, Batavo Gambit 2 1 0 1 50.0%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Slav Defense 1 1 0 0 100.0%
English Opening: King's English Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Queen's Gambit Declined: Hastings Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Modern 1 1 0 0 100.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 27 1
Losing 8 0
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