Witalis Sapis - International Master Extraordinaire
Known in the online chess realms and tournament halls simply as Witaliss, Witalis Sapis wears the lofty title of International Master like a badge of honor – though rumor has it he sometimes wears it to bed. With a career that zigzags through ratings and battles with foes both legendary and "just woke up," Witalis embodies resilience and chess wit.
Rating Rollercoaster & Triumphs
From a blistering Bullet rating high of 2387 in 2018 to a refined peak Blitz rating of 2584 in 2023, Witalis’ journey has been anything but dull. His Bullet and Blitz prowess is nothing short of spectacular - perfecting rapid-fire strategies with an amazing 60.5% win rate in Bullet and holding steady over 50% wins in Blitz over thousands of games.
Witalis also boasts a 40-game winning streak – yes, you read that right – proving he’s not just quick on the clock but consistent under pressure. His knack for comebacks is legendary, with a staggering 83.6% comeback success rate and a flawless 100% win rate after losing a piece. If losing pieces were a talent show, Witalis would sweep the awards!
Playing Style and Psychology
You might think with so many wins, Witalis would be polite and calm – but he’s got a modest tilt factor of 21. Meaning, sometimes he gets a tad emotional before channeling his tactical genius again. On the bright side, he plays the endgame in over 82% of his matches, showcasing stamina and strategic depth that would leave even Grandmasters nodding in respect.
Opening Moves - Top Secret!
When it comes to openings, Witalis keeps his cards close to the chest – literally "Top Secret" as far as the stats say – winning over 60% of Bullet games with his favorite gambits and keeping daily games neat with nearly 79% wins. Throw away your opening books, Witalis’ game starts where the instructions end.
Notable Opponents and Rivalries
Fearless against all opponents, Witalis has a perfect winning record against many, including the likes of gmpawlak1600, shadman_the_bro, and even the mysterious hikarustockfishcarlsen (who might or might not be a chess engine with a celebrity complex). However, no player is flawless; some rivals like skoobi666 seem to keep him on edge.
Chess and Humor
Legend also says Witalis once resigned early at just 0.87% frequency – which might be due to a sudden craving for coffee or perhaps realizing his opponent had already memed their way to victory. On Mondays, Tuesdays, and occasionally on Thursdays, his win rates dip, leading some to speculate he’s moonlighting as a caffeine-dependent superhero.
In short, Witalis Sapis is not just an International Master – he’s a chess warrior with a tactical mind, an iron will, and a sense of humor that no gambit can outwit. Keep your kings safe, but watch out – Witalis’ moves might just be your new favorite headache.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| pawlaczekchess | 3W / 0L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Norbert Jakubiak | 40W / 23L / 7D | |
| alemon25 | 13W / 6L / 0D | |
| drhazzi | 8W / 7L / 1D | |
| Corpescador | 6W / 9L / 0D | |
| Nicholas Van Der Nat | 9W / 6L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2165 | 2562 | ||
| 2024 | 2165 | |||
| 2023 | 2133 | 2562 | 1730 | |
| 2021 | 1730 | |||
| 2020 | 1992 | 2421 | 1676 | |
| 2019 | 1781 | 1949 | ||
| 2018 | 1837 | 2365 | ||
| 2017 | 2300 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7W / 1L / 0D | 7W / 1L / 1D | 62.8 |
| 2024 | 5W / 0L / 0D | 5W / 0L / 0D | 70.7 |
| 2023 | 27W / 15L / 1D | 18W / 16L / 4D | 75.0 |
| 2021 | 1W / 2L / 0D | 1W / 2L / 0D | 19.0 |
| 2020 | 221W / 111L / 16D | 204W / 114L / 14D | 66.7 |
| 2019 | 6W / 17L / 1D | 10W / 14L / 1D | 73.0 |
| 2018 | 54W / 13L / 4D | 46W / 17L / 6D | 70.6 |
| 2017 | 323W / 296L / 39D | 305W / 299L / 59D | 81.0 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 1620 | 821 | 673 | 126 | 50.7% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Slav Defense Modern Three Knights Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Indian Game | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 662 | 401 | 241 | 20 | 60.6% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 19 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 79.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 40 | 9 |
| Losing | 21 | 0 |