“Oleksandr Bortnyk Wins Second-Straight Bullet Brawl Title, Dominates Field of Titled Players”
GM Oleksandr Bortnyk continues his dominance in the world of bullet chess, securing his second consecutive victory in the Bullet Brawl event on Saturday. Outpacing 140 titled players, Bortnyk’s impressive score of 65.5/74 gave him a total of 333 points, securing him the $400 first prize. The Ukrainian grandmaster finished 34 points ahead of IM Reza Mahdavi and six points ahead of GM Sam Sevian.
In the battle for the $100 best women’s prize, Georgian IM Maka Purtseladze emerged victorious over FM Anastasia Avramidou, showcasing her exceptional skills in the fast-paced format. Additionally, “Macmasterr” put on a stellar performance, posting one of the highest scores in the community event.
The next edition of Bullet Brawl is set to kick off on Saturday, April 26, at noon ET/17:00 CEST, promising another thrilling competition for chess enthusiasts.
Despite facing a compact field of strong players, including top seeds like Daniel Naroditsky and Sam Sevian, Bortnyk managed to maintain his momentum throughout the event. His strategic gameplay and ability to capitalize on opponents’ mistakes propelled him to victory.
One of the highlights of the tournament was Bortnyk’s impressive performance against French CM Marc Llari, where he utilized the Raphael, Spielmann Gambit to secure a decisive win. With his second win of the year and 12th overall in the tournament’s history, Bortnyk has solidified his position as a formidable force in bullet chess.
In addition to Bortnyk’s stellar performance, IM Reza Mahdavi showcased a career-best performance, demonstrating his potential to achieve the GM title in the near future. The community event also saw Macmasterr’s exceptional display, setting a new record with an impressive score of 86.5/91.
Overall, the Bullet Brawl event once again delivered high-octane chess action, showcasing the skills of top players in the bullet chess arena. With a prize fund of $1,000 and a competitive field of players, the event continues to attract top GMs and promising talents, making it a must-watch for chess fans worldwide.