Lihong Tang (aka 6Foot7Foot)
National Master Extraordinaire
Meet Lihong Tang, the National Master whose chessboard exploits are as sharp as their tactical awareness! With a bullet chess peak rating soaring to an astonishing 2520, Lihong has made a legacy of lightning-fast moves and checkmating brilliance that leaves opponents in awe (and often scratching their heads).
Starting from humble beginnings with a bullet rating of 1356 in late 2011, Lihong quickly ascended the ranks through sheer determination, wit, and probably sipping an unholy amount of coffee. By 2014, their bullet rating consistently hovered around the 2400s, proving their prowess in the fastest formats. Blitz and rapid ratings follow suit, with a recent blitz peak near 2464 and rapid at an impressive 2219, showing mastery across different time controls.
Playing Style & Strengths
- Endgame specialist: With an 80.89% endgame frequency, Lihong loves pushing battles deep into the trenches, settling fights with surgical precision.
- Psychological ninja: Sporting a tilt factor of only 11, they keep calm under pressure and come back 91.9% of the time after losing a piece—because quitting early is just not their style.
- Tactical wizardry: Their win rate after losing pieces is a solid 66.04%, making comebacks both thrilling and inevitable.
Record & Stats
Overall, Lihong boasts a legendary bullet record with 1132 wins, 477 losses, and 59 draws. Blitz sees a strong 65% win rate, and rapid/daily formats are practically spotless with an undefeated streak in rapid games. Their opening? A mysterious "Top Secret" that serves up a delicious 67.87% win rate in bullet and over 65% in blitz — the perfect recipe for winning streaks.
Speaking of streaks, Lihong's longest winning streak clocks in at a phenomenal 20 games, and they're still on a 12-game winning streak recently. Losing streaks? They’ve seen a max of 11… but who’s counting when you bounce back like a true chess warrior?
Notable Games
In one recent gem, Lihong mercilessly executed a checkmate in less than 20 moves using an Alekhine's Defense Maroczy Variation, showcasing both speed and style. Checkmate isn't just a goal; it's an art form.
When not dominating the board, this chess master enjoys experimenting with openings and puzzles, sometimes leaving opponents wondering if they’re playing chess or deciphering cryptic riddles.
Fun Fact
"Early resignation rate? A humble 0.63%. Because surrendering too soon is simply not in their playbook."
Whether it's bullet or blitz, Lihong Tang – aka 6Foot7Foot – proves that chess is more than a game; it’s a high-speed, high-stakes adventure where every move counts and every victory is earned with flair.