Pieter Hopman IM

Pieter Hopman - International Master of the Chessboard

Pieter Hopman, proudly holding the esteemed title of International Master from FIDE, is a chess warrior known for both his brilliance and his occasional flair for the dramatic. Whether you're facing him on the board or watching from the sidelines, you're likely to witness a stern battle peppered with strategic wizardry – and perhaps a chuckle or two at his eccentric charm.

Playing Style & Strengths

Pieter is no stranger to the chess battlefield with an impressive tactical awareness boasting a 90.4% comeback rate and a flawless 100% win rate after losing a piece. Clearly, this is not a player who crumbles under pressure; quite the opposite, he thrives on it, turning setbacks into comebacks like a true gladiator of 64 squares.

His endgame frequency is a hefty 82.54%, suggesting he's in it for the long haul — a marathoner, not a sprinter. Pieter averages around 77 moves per win and 78 moves in defeat, meaning your games against him won't be over before you’ve had a chance to refill your coffee.

Noteworthy Ratings & Records

Among his different chess moods:

• Blitz – Pieter’s real playground, with a peak rating above 2400! Over 938 blitz games, his winning strike rate is a solid 59.3%, proving he’s both fast and furious.
• Rapid – A slightly more measured battlefield where Pieter boasts a commanding 76.5% win rate over 34 games.
• Bullet – Only 17 games recorded here with a respectable 70.6% win rate, showing he’s quicker on the draw than a cowboy in a spaghetti western.
• Daily chess – Slower pace, but always thoughtful; a modest 1494 rating back in 2016 and a couple of games played since.

Fun Facts & Quirks

• Pieter’s longest winning streak is an epic 23 games, a feat that would make even Magnus nod with approval.
• His psychological resilience is on point, with an early resignation rate of just 1.16% — this master rarely throws in the towel.
• He prefers playing with White, sporting a 60.3% win rate there, but don’t be fooled – his Black pieces are nearly as deadly (59.6%).
• When it comes to daily habits, if you really want to catch Pieter at his sharpest, try playing him on a Tuesday or Wednesday, or at the magical hours of 7 AM or 9 AM, where his win rates soar up to 100%!

Opponent & Community

Pieter’s opponents have run the gamut from casuals to fierce contenders. His winning percentages vary wildly, from crushing some opponents 100% of the time to hitting occasional roadblocks elsewhere – but hey, even a chess master has his off-days.

Known online as a formidable yet approachable player, Pieter Hopman stands tall among his peers not just by his rating but his dedication and wit. An International Master who’s clearly also a master of having fun.

In the kingdom of chess, Pieter Hopman is definitely a knight to watch (and maybe avoid).