Biography
Daniel Melamed is a FIDE Master known for his sharp instincts and love of fast time controls. A steady presence in Bullet games, he brings humor, grit, and a willingness to experiment to every match. His path to the FIDE Master title was earned through years of study, online battles, and over‑the‑board encounters that sharpened both his nerves and his knight maneuvers.
Active in online and in-person events, Daniel loves the thrill of rapid turns and the art of turning a tight position into a surprise finish. He approaches each game with a smile, a plan, and a readiness to learn from every move.
Career highlights
- Earned the FIDE Master title from FIDE.
- Bullets favorite with a peak around 2161; known for fast, aggressive play in short time controls.
- Notable stamina and resilience, including long winning runs and the ability to fight back from tough positions.
- Extensive experience against a wide spectrum of openings and opponents, both online and offline.
Opening repertoire and playing style
- London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation – a prominent tool in his Blitz and Bullet practice. London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, American Attack – a frequent counter to 1.e4. Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, American Attack
- Döry Defense, Amazon Attack, and other dynamic setups fill out his toolkit. Döry Defense
- He studies broadly across Rapid and Daily formats, testing ideas and refining plans against diverse repertoires.
Performance snapshots
- Preferred time control: Bullet.
- Peak Bullet rating: 2161 (2024-07-26) 2161 (2024-07-26)
- Charted progress across Bullet practice:
- Profile link: Daniel Melamed