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Audrius Macenis NM

Zbigas Since 2012 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟
54.4% W 39.4% L 6.2% D
Bullet
2410
2662W 1946L 234D
Blitz
2454
1033W 764L 182D
Rapid
2097
16W 3L 0D
Daily
2238
51W 10L 9D

Overview

Audrius Macenis, also known online as Zbigas, is a National Master and a crowd favorite for fast, uncompromising chess. A specialist in Rapid play, Audrius blends tactical fireworks with deep endgame technique. His activity leans heavily toward Blitz and Bullet, but Rapid is his preferred time control Rapid.

  • Title: National Master
  • Username: Zbigas
  • Preferred time control: Rapid
  • Peak blitz milestone: 2567 (2025-01-10)
Blitz Rating252023852250211519792012: 20242013: 21932014: 21742015: 21522016: 23002017: 23742018: 23022019: 22232020: 22642021: 23552022: 23962023: 23842024: 24752025: 24612026: 2454201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026

Career Highlights

  • Longest winning streak: 20 consecutive wins, a run many opponents still whisper about
  • Remarkable comeback ability with a Comeback Rate near 80 percent
  • Huge volume player in fast time controls with thousands of games in Bullet and Blitz
  • Notable for playing long decisive games - average moves per win about 74
Win Rate by Opening0%25%75%100%50%French Defense: Classical Variation, Svenonius Variation: 55.2% over 587 gamesFrench Defense: 55.3% over 530 gamesFrench Defense: Exchange Variation: 59.9% over 379 gamesScandinavian Defense: 53.8% over 320 gamesDöry Defense: 52.1% over 311 gamesFrench Defense: Advance Variation: 50.8% over 199 gamesFrench Defense: Classic…55%French Defense55%French Defense: Exchang…60%Scandinavian Defense54%Döry Defense52%French Defense: Advance…51%

Playing Style

Audrius favors a tactical, endgame-minded approach. He rarely gives up early and often grinds opponents down into long endgames. Opponents describe his style as a mix of energetic opening play followed by patient, sometimes theatrical, endgame technique.

  • Endgame frequency: very high - Audrius gets to endgames a lot
  • Avg moves per decisive game: mid 70s
  • Tactical strengths: strong comeback rate and good winning chances even after material setbacks
  • Psychology: plays best late at night and early morning hours, but is dangerous anytime

Favorite Openings and Repertoire

Whether playing White or Black, Audrius rotates a reliable toolkit of practical systems. He gets great mileage from the French Defense and enjoys sharp Alapin and Scotch lines as White.

  • As Black: French Defense - Classical and Exchange lines are staples
  • As White: Sicilian Alapin and the Scotch Game - aggressive and surprise-packed
  • Also known for: Amar Gambit games and offbeat defenses when the mood strikes
French Defense | Scotch Game

Memorable Game Excerpt

A short sample that captures Audrius in typical spirit - bold opening play leading to complex middlegame and endgame tussle.

Fun Facts & Personality

  • Online alter ego: Zbigas - many regulars know him by that handle
  • Game tempo: plays fast but with purpose, often turning small advantages into full points
  • Likes to mix seriousness with humor - expect a jokey chat message after a creative tactic
  • SEO-friendly note: Audrius Macenis, National Master, Rapid specialist, French Defense expert, Scotch Game practitioner

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