Evaggelos Patrelakis

Evaggelos Patrelakis (aka vagpat)

Known in chess circles by the enigmatic moniker vagpat, Evaggelos Patrelakis is a blitz and bullet virtuoso who dances with the clock and toys with opponents at lightning speed. Though his peak blitz rating soared to an impressive 2789 in early 2021, it’s his tenacity and sharp tactical awareness that truly mark him as a force to be reckoned with across the online boards.

With over 770 wins in blitz and nearly 500 victories in bullet, vague patience is never his style—he prefers rapid-fire assaults and calculated attacks. His comeback rate is a staggering 76.4%, proving that even when the chips are down (or the queen is missing), vagpat refuses to bow out quietly.

A fan of the Sicilian Defense, especially the Najdorf Variation, and an adept strategist in the Italian Game, his opening repertoire keeps adversaries guessing. For the curious: his Italian Game Two Knights Modern Bishop’s Opening boasts a nearly 72% win rate, making it one of his secret weapons.

Not just a speed demon, Evaggelos shows remarkable endgame prowess, indulging in long, strategic battles with an average of 70 moves per win. His games have ranged from dazzling checkmates to resignations, with a penchant for wrapping up opponents without breaking a sweat.

On the psychological battlefield, vagpat has a modest tilt factor of 12 — meaning while frustration may visit, it doesn't stay long. His best performances often come around 11 PM to midnight, when the stars (and pieces) align.

When not busy conquering online arenas, he enjoys keeping stats on his favorite foes — including trimitziosp7 and anastasis155 — and has mastered the art of bouncing back, no matter the scoreboard.

In short: Evaggelos ("vagpat") is the blitz-bandit with nerves of steel, a sneaky strategist, and a checkmating machine who reminds us all that speed, precision, and a little Greek fire make the perfect chess cocktail.

Fun fact: His most recent win against a 2913-rated opponent ended with a beautifully executed checkmate, showing that even kings can be toppled by pure tactical artistry.