Oleg Kozlov (VAT55)
International Master of Chess
Meet Oleg Kozlov, an International Master whose blitz skills light up the board and give grandmasters a run for their money. Known in the digital chess realm as VAT55, Oleg is a fierce tactician with a penchant for endurance and a strategic mind sharper than a knight’s fork.
Over the years, Oleg's blitz rating has soared to a mighty peak of 2737 in April 2025—enough to scare even the most hardened bullet specialists. Speaking of bullet, he also hit a blistering top score of 2737, proving he's just as comfortable playing at lightning speed as he is in tactically complex positions. And let's not forget his rapid peak of 2224, making him a well-rounded threat across all fast time controls.
Oleg is fond of the mysterious "Top Secret" opening—perhaps because he likes to keep opponents guessing until it's too late! Despite his playful style, his average game length hovers around 76 moves, showing that he loves a good fight to the very end, often exhausting his foes by outmaneuvering them in the endgame with notable frequency (78.24% of his games).
Psychological resilience? Check! Oleg has an impressive 82.15% comeback rate after setbacks, clearly embodying the spirit of a chess warrior who never gives up—even when the odds are stacked. His tilt factor of 10 means he occasionally gets frustrated, but hey, who doesn't when your opponent pulls out a sneaky sacrifice?
His preferred battlegrounds are when the clock reads "early morning" – around 4 AM – a time when many mere mortals sleep, but Oleg sharpens his wits and polishes his openings. His win rates peak at unusual hours and days, defying the typical "office hours" stereotype.
A look at his recent encounters reveals exciting victories, such as a brilliant blitz win against NMBraveheart0820, where he executed a precise kingside attack culminating in a clean finish on time. Losses? Only a few, often to highly rated adversaries—not enough to dampen his fighting spirit.
Stats at a Glance:
- Blitz Record: 1606 wins, 1758 losses, 190 draws
- Bullet Record: 91 wins, 61 losses, 6 draws
- Rapid Record: 12 wins, 8 losses
- Longest Winning Streak: 12 games
Whether it’s wielding the King's Indian Defense with the flair of a grandmaster or surprising opponents with a Top Secret line, Oleg Kozlov’s games blend tenacity, creativity, and endurance. Don’t be fooled by the calm exterior – behind those calculated moves is a player ready to laugh in the face of checkmate… just before delivering one of his own.
“Chess isn't just a game; it's a battlefield where wit meets willpower, and Oleg Kozlov is a general who knows how to make every pawn count.”