Igor Yarmonov (aka Yarigo) - International Master
Igor Yarmonov, commonly known in the chess circles as Yarigo, holds the prestigious title of International Master conferred by FIDE. With a lightning-fast mind and a blitz rating maxing out at an impressive 2571 in 2025, Igor has proven to be a formidable opponent in the arena of rapid and bullet chess.
Career Highlights & Playing Style
Since 2015, Igor’s blitz journey has been nothing short of thrilling — climbing from a modest 1362 to over 2500 in just a decade. His tactical prowess shines through with a staggering comeback rate of 90.32% and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece — talk about fighting spirit! Yarigo’s endgames are as long as some novels, averaging 77 moves per win, showcasing patience and resilience.
Record & Rivalries
With nearly 5,000 blitz victories, including a longest winning streak of 14 games, Igor’s consistency in Top Secret openings keeps opponents guessing. Among his most played opponents, matches against aleksander555 and oleg322 stand out, both yielding solid over 50% win rates. Notably, his psychological resilience is evident with a tilt factor of just 8 — not many players can keep their cool under fiery pressure as Yarigo does.
Fun Facts
- Igor has a 100% win record against the mysterious “chellyart” — maybe an old chess puzzle computer?
- He once maintained a 100% win rate at hour 0 (midnight) — night owl or just a vampire king of chess?
- Despite being fierce on the board, Igor’s early resignation rate is a humble 3.35%, proving he’s no quitter.
Whether it’s blitz, rapid, or bullet, Yarigo continues to dominate and entertain, turning the 64 squares into his chess playground. A master of both tactics and endurance, Igor Yarmonov is definitely a player to watch and cheer for — just be prepared, he'll make you work for every point!