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zego_mark

Playing Since: 2020-10-04 (Active)

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Rapid: 1138
1W / 2L / 0D
Blitz: 1659
2006W / 1951L / 160D
Bullet: 1436
10W / 3L / 0D

Profile: zego_mark

From his early days on the board to his current high-level competitive performances, zego_mark has steadily built a reputation as a resourceful and determined chess player. His career, defined by consistent growth and resilience, is a clear reflection of both hard work and strategic brilliance in playing multiple time controls.

In Blitz chess, zego_mark’s ratings have seen impressive evolution. Starting at a modest level in 2022 with a rating around 1280, he climbed to 1460 the following year, and his progress culminated in a remarkable 1701 in 2025. This steady climb is mirrored in his overall Blitz record – a strong tally of wins (651), with hard-fought battles that reveal a balanced blend of aggression and precision.

His experience also spans Bullet and Rapid formats. With early Bullet performances peaking at 1261 in 2020 and later consolidating around 1310 by 2023, zego_mark has demonstrated adaptability in faster time controls, balancing speed with careful tactical play. In the Rapid arena, although he has faced setbacks, his willingness to take on challenges in diverse formats speaks volumes about his competitive spirit.

Apart from his rating progress, zego_mark’s adaptability comes through in his opening repertoire. Whether experimenting with modern defenses or classic lines such as the Ruy Lopez and Caro-Kann, his varied choices showcase an eagerness to both surprise opponents and refine his thinking. His win rates with certain openings – sometimes exceeding 60% or even touching the perfect 100% in select lines – underline an advanced grasp of opening theory and the nuances of dynamic play.

Beyond raw numbers, a deeper look into his game statistics paints the picture of a player who remains cool under pressure. His tactical awareness is admirable, illustrated by an 80% comeback rate and the rare instance of one-sided losses. Furthermore, zego_mark’s calculated transition from the mid-game into the endgame is evident through an almost 75% endgame frequency, with an average win taking around 64 moves. These traits, combined with a low tilt factor and significant differences in performance between rated and casual games, speak to both his mental readiness and psychological insight.

His time performance adds another layer to his profile—experiencing higher win rates on certain days (especially Monday and Tuesday) and even excelling during specific hours of play. This meticulous attention to his personal performance trends shows a continuous quest for self-improvement, both on and off the board.

As zego_mark continues to refine his style, balancing strategic preparation with tactical ingenuity, his journey is far from over. A player with an evolving legacy, he remains one to watch for those who appreciate a combination of determination, diverse opening preparation, and relentless pursuit of improvement in the noble game of chess.


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Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 1661 1138
2024 1491 1246
2023 1310 1460 1104
2022 1294 1280
2020 1261
Rating by Year2020202220232024202516611104YearRatingBulletBlitzRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 323W / 318L / 24D 328W / 307L / 31D 73.7
2024 155W / 113L / 6D 122W / 145L / 8D 70.0
2023 42W / 39L / 3D 39W / 38L / 2D 68.2
2022 5W / 5L / 0D 5W / 4L / 0D 63.4
2020 4W / 0L / 0D 2W / 0L / 0D 45.0

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 398 196 187 15 49.2%
Englund Gambit 117 64 47 6 54.7%
Modern Defense with 109 53 52 4 48.6%
Italian Game 67 32 34 1 47.8%
Bishops Opening 66 33 30 3 50.0%
Bishops Opening Berlin Vienna Hybrid Variation 55 29 24 2 52.7%
Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation 42 20 20 2 47.6%
Caro Kann Defense 36 19 17 0 52.8%
Vienna Game Max Lange Defense 27 12 14 1 44.4%
Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack Modern Variation 25 18 7 0 72.0%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Petrovs Defense 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Sicilian Defense Old Sicilian Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Bishops Opening 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Van t Kruijs Opening 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Sicilian Defense 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Pirc Defense Modern Defense Geller System 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Englund Gambit 1 0 1 0 0.0%
French Defense Normal Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Top Secret 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Italian Game 1 0 1 0 0.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 11 0
Losing 9 2
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