About Velimirovich
Velimirovich is an International Master who prefers the high-speed thrill of Blitz play. Known for a mischievous opening repertoire and a knack for comebacks, they mix serious preparation with a wink — and a lot of fast tactics. If chess were a sprint, Velimirovich would be the sprinter who smiles at the 10m mark and then runs you over at move 20.
Career highlights
- Title: International Master (FIDE).
- Preferred time control: Blitz — a natural playground for rapid calculation and practical risk-taking.
- Peak achievements: 3002 (2026-02-23) and 2971 (2026-02-22) — snapshots of a player who climbs quickly and often.
- Visual progress: — track the explosive ascent and form swings over recent seasons.
Opening repertoire
Velimirovich enjoys unbalancing the game early. Their repertoire favors surprise, aggression, and rich tactical middlegames.
- As White: Amar Gambit (solid win rate in Blitz), Colle System — Rhamphorhynchus Variation (very successful), and frequent Nf3-first lines that keep opponents guessing.
- As Black: Barnes Defense and Caro-Kann are staples; the Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit (Hungarian Opening) is a cheeky weapon with excellent results.
- Notable opening stats: Hungarian Opening (Wiedenhagen-Beta) shows strong conversion rates, and the Colle Rhamphorhynchus variation is a personal favorite with high win percentages.
- Explore terms: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit · Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation · Amar Gambit
Style, psychology & tactics
- Play style: heavy endgame frequency and long decisive games — Velimirovich often grinds out wins rather than relying on one-move fireworks.
- Tactical resilience: Comeback rate ~85.6% and a >54% win rate after temporarily losing material — a true fighter.
- Tempo quirks: Avg moves per win ~84, demonstrating persistence and depth of play even in fast time controls.
- Mental game: TiltFactor 11 — competitive, occasionally fiery, but usually back on track quickly.
Streaks & head-to-head
- Longest winning streak: 13 games. Longest losing streak: 11 games. Current winning streak: 1.
- Frequent opponents: theredking89 (16 games), kirill_katz (12), xandyny (11) — fierce little rivalries that populate the leaderboard.
- Selected opponent records: kirill_katz (9–2–1 in Velimirovich’s favor), sathvavaan (7–2–1), silversik (7–1).
- Quick links: Juan Carlos Obregon Rivero · Kirill_Katz · xandyny
Sample game — a blitz skirmish
A short, gutsy win that shows Velimirovich’s tactical instincts in Blitz. Replay the encounter or study the moves below.
- Replay: Daring Blitz Win
- PGN (quick preview):
Quick stats & tools
- Preferred format: Blitz (fast, tactical, dramatic).
- Strength-adjusted win rates: Blitz and Bullet both well above 0.54 — consistent performance across fast controls.
- Extra references: 3002 (2026-02-23) · 2971 (2026-02-22)
Closing note
Velimirovich blends speed, stubbornness, and a taste for quirky openings. Whether you're studying their games to learn the Rhamphorhynchus tricks or simply enjoying a chaotic Amar Gambit, expect entertainment — and the occasional brilliant finishing flourish.