Polina Gutkovich - Woman FIDE Master & Chess Enthusiast
Meet Polina Gutkovich, also known in the chess cosmos as Zmeeed63, a formidable Woman FIDE Master who dances gracefully across the 64 squares with both cunning and charm. Polina’s chess journey started with a modest bullet rating of 657 in 2017, but look out—by 2023, she was blitzing around with ratings soaring above 2200 in bullet and blitz formats. Talk about a glow-up!
Quick Facts
- Titles: Woman FIDE Master (WFM)
- Peak Bullet Rating: 2374 (2021)
- Peak Blitz Rating: 2478 (2021)
- Preferred Openings: Top Secret (Because a true master never reveals their secrets!)
- Longest Winning Streak: 15 games — patience, strategy, and a sprinkle of good luck!
Playing Style & Personality
Polina is the queen of comebacks, boasting a stunning 80.19% rate of bouncing back after setbacks. Lose a piece? No worries, she’s winning 89.16% of those fights anyway. She doesn’t shy away from endgames, diving into them with the zest of a detective uncovering clues — an endgame frequency of 72.4% proves she loves a good final battle. But don’t mistake her seriousness—her 11% Tilt Factor means even she isn’t immune to the occasional "blunder facepalm," making her relatable and human.
Time & Tactics
Polina prefers morning chess battles, having an impressive almost 60% win rate at 8 a.m., and becomes a night owl with a killer 82.14% win rate at 11 p.m. Her love for fast games is evident: she’s played thousands of blitz and bullet games, racking up wins like trophies. Though she'd never admit it, her “Early Resignation Rate” of just 8.18% hints at a stubborn streak—she fights to the last pawn every time.
Fun Fact
Despite her top-level skills, “Top Secret” remains her preferred opening—so good luck trying to crack her repertoire! Maybe one day she’ll share... or maybe not.
Whether she’s toppling online kings or charming fans with her tactical prowess, Polina Gutkovich exemplifies the perfect mix of grit, brains, and a dash of fun. Keep your eyes on her next moves; she’s just getting started!