Zakia Sultana: The Woman FIDE Master with a Strategic Flair
Meet Zakia Sultana, a titled chess maestro proudly holding the prestigious Woman FIDE Master title. Known in the chess world simply as ZakiaSultana, she blends strategic acumen with a sprinkle of wit, proving that chess isn’t just about kings and queens, but also about enjoying every calculated move.
Journey Through the Ratings
Since 2020, Zakia has embarked on an impressive climb through the ranks. Starting with a rapid rating of around 1886, she consistently pushed her limits, reaching a peak rapid rating of 2154 in 2023. Blitz hasn’t been any less thrilling either, with a personal best rating of 1906, while her bullet escapades offer a dash of unpredictability — ranging from a humble start at 982 to flirting with 1959. Clearly, diversity in time controls is Zakia’s game, mastering speed without losing depth.
Playing Style & Tactical Wizardry
Known for an excellent endgame frequency (over 87%), Zakia’s games are marathons of patience and precision, typically lasting around 75-90 moves. Her comeback rate is a staggering 89.58%, showing she’s the queen of "turnarounds" — when the odds say “resign”, Zakia says “not yet!”. Even when losing a piece, her win rate is a perfect 100%, a testament to her tactical resilience and psychological steel nerves.
Opening Secrets & Opponent Wrangling
Her opening repertoire is shrouded in mystery — tactically "Top Secret" with nearly 4,000 rapid games, boasting a steady 45.5% win rate. She’s also undefeated against a roster of opponents where she’s scored 100% — talk about turning chess rivalries into a highlight reel!
Quirks & Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak: 11 games — that’s almost a chess Netflix binge session!
- Her best playing hours include early morning and late evening — maybe it’s the coffee or the moonlight that fuels her genius.
- She slightly struggles with “tilt” (rating it a modest 9), but we all know even champs have their off moments.
In the grand chessboard of life, Zakia Sultana plays with boldness, strategy, and a hearty dose of humor — proving that behind every grandmaster is a great story, sometimes a joke, and always a passion for the game.