Valentyn Hulka - FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Meet Valentyn Hulka, a chess virtuoso bearing the esteemed title of FIDE Master. Navigating the 64 squares with both cunning and flair, Valentyn – also known by the slightly more playful username ValentunHulka – has been a formidable presence in online chess arenas since at least 2018.
Rated as high as 2920 in Blitz (June 2024) and boasting notable peak performances across all formats – including a scorching 2759 in Bullet (January 2025) – Valentyn’s tactical prowess is no secret. Whether blitzing through rapid skirmishes or mastering the daily grind, they’ve accumulated thousands of wins, with a blitz win count nearing an impressive 3900 victories.
Known for a patient, endgame-heavy playing style (with nearly 77% of games reaching the endgame) and a knack for comebacks (a staggering 88.8% comeback rate!), Valentyn combines deep strategy with spirited resilience. Their average game length suggests a penchant for long, winding battles rather than early quick strikes.
Game schedule? The early bird might catch the worm, but Valentyn thrives at strange hours – their best time to play is around 3 AM. Move aside caffeine, the night owl of chess is on the prowl!
Highlights & Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak: 16 games (because quitting while ahead is overrated).
- Most-played opponent: sokilmax, a battle-tested rivalry with nearly 200 showdowns.
- Win rate against below-rated opponents: a whopping 73%, showing they make the most of their advantages.
Chess960 Adventures
Valentyn doesn’t just stick to classical chess; they dance elegantly through the chaos of Chess960. Recent wins show mastery over wild opening configurations, often finishing opponents by resignation or checkmate within tense, tactical skirmishes.
So if you ever find yourself facing ValentunHulka online, prepare for a marathon dance across the chessboard—expect strategy, stamina, and maybe a few unexpected moves that only a true FIDE Master can conjure!