Vladimir Dobrov - The Grandmaster of Grit and Grace
Meet Vladimir Dobrov, also known in the chess world as VladDobrov, a Grandmaster who has danced through the 64 squares with flair, precision, and a dash of unpredictability. His journey from a promising player to a titled Grandmaster has been nothing short of a chess saga filled with strategic battles and nail-biting finishes.
Rating and Performance
Vladimir's peak blitz rating skyrocketed to an impressive 3011 in August 2019, a score that would make even the toughest opponents sweat bullets. In bullet, he's reached a peak rating of 2868 and in rapid, a remarkable 2886, showcasing his agility and tactical acumen across all time controls.
Playing Style
Known for his resilience, Vladimir boasts a comeback rate of over 85%, proving that he’s not a player to fold under pressure. With an average of around 75 moves per win, he enjoys battles that test the endurance and the mind, often slipping in a quiet killer move just when you think he’s out of steam. His games exhibit a strong endgame focus, appearing in nearly 80% of his matches — because why stop when you can elegantly outmaneuver in the final chapters?
When wielding the white pieces, Vladimir enjoys a respectable 54.17% win rate, while still holding his own with black at just under 50%. And if you think he’s quick to resign, think again — his early resignation rate is a mere 2.89%, meaning he fights tooth and nail, right until the very end.
Competitive Edge
Blitz is Vladimir’s playground with over 10,000 games played using a "Top Secret" opening repertoire — a mystery box that his opponents dread. His win rate here hovers near 52%, respectable in a fast-paced battleground where one slip can cost the game. In the rapid format, his success skyrockets to an enchanting 70% win rate with the same opening strategy, proving he’s a force at both lightning speed and thoughtful pace.
Recent Games
The most recent win saw Vladimir pulling off a strategic English Opening triumph against Andrei_Skvortsov, resigning his opponent with precision and poise. However, not every day is sunny on the 64 squares; ChristopherYoo recently handed Vladimir a tough checkmate in a Sicilian Defense battle, reminding us even the best can stumble. But worry not — with a tilt factor of just 14, Vladimir bounces back quickly, ready to take on the next challenge.
Psychology of a Champion
Interestingly, Vladimir's best firing time is around 4 PM, so if you want a shot at the GM, aim for a match at dawn or late night. While his rated games are nearly 10% tougher than casual ones (talk about putting the pressure on!), he keeps a cool head in the heat of battle.
Fun Facts
- Longest Winning Streak: A breathtaking 21 games. Somebody give this guy a trophy!
- Longest Losing Streak: A humble 14 games, proving even grandmasters have their off days.
- VladDobrov has tangled with some heavyweights like GM David Paravyan and Hikaru over a hundred times each — talk about experience!
In the world of chess, where every move counts, Vladimir Dobrov blends the tactician’s brain with the warrior’s heart — making each game a spectacle of strategy, endurance, and just a pinch of mystery.