Наталья Зайнуллина WFM

Наталья Зайнуллина — Woman FIDE Master & Chess Enthusiast Extraordinaire

Meet Наталья Зайнуллина, known in the chess circles (and probably at coffee shops) as Zainullina_Nataliya. Donning the prestigious title of Woman FIDE Master, Наталья has proven time and again that chess is not just a game but a lifestyle — with blitz games blazing at her fingertips and rapid moves leaving opponents dizzy.

Chess Journey & Style

Since 2020, Наталья has been a storm in the Blitz arena, hitting a peak rating near 2250 and maintaining an impressive average above 2100 in recent years. Whether bullet, blitz, or rapid, she’s shown a knack for tight endgames, with a whopping 74.68% endgame frequency — which means Наталья knows how to squeeze every little advantage out of the final moments.

With a tactical awareness that would make even the most seasoned grandmasters blink, Наталья boasts a remarkable 86.24% comeback rate and a 100% win rate after losing a piece. Clearly, she plays like a chess superhero: even when the odds seem against her, she flips the board in her favor!

Personality & Quirks

Those who watch Наталья’s games might notice a curious quirk: her win rates peak on Saturdays (over 61%) and early mornings around 8 AM (62.5%). Maybe she wakes up with a king-sized dose of motivation or perhaps the chess gods shine upon morning players? Either way, it’s her secret sauce.

She’s not a fan of tilting though — with a low tilt factor of 11, Наталья keeps her cool even when her opponent surprises her. And with an endearing early resignation rate of just 2.47%, she fights until the very last pawn drops.

Notable Opponents & Records

Across hundreds of games, Наталья has faced many rivals, but a special shoutout goes to her frequent matchups against erik_murzin (16 games) and almaz_rakhmatullin (9 games) — with a strong win percentage of nearly 69% and an astonishing 89% respectively.

And if you ever find yourself playing against Наталья, beware — her bullet win rate is a fierce 56%, and in rapid format, she’s a nearly unstoppable force with over an 85% win rate!

Fun Fact

With an average of about 74 moves per win, Наталья's games tend to be marathons rather than sprints — so grab a snack and settle in, because when she’s playing, it’s a full chess adventure from first move to last.

In short, Наталья Зайнуллина plays chess like a blend of strategist, fighter, and sometimes chess wizard. She’s a player who embodies persistence, precision, and a pinch of playful unpredictability — a true gem in the chess community!