Bartlomiej Mondrzycki: The Candidate Master with a Blink and a Checkmate
Bartlomiej Mondrzycki, known in the chessworld with the mysterious moniker ALBERT_KLOC, holds the esteemed title of Candidate Master from FIDE. A player whose rating journey reads like a thrilling novel, from scrappy beginnings to dazzling peaks!
Rating & Style:
Bartlomiej's chess rating has been on a rollercoaster of excitement over the years, with notable strength in Blitz chess where he hit a peak rating of 2505 in April 2024 – enough to make grandmasters take a second look! His Bullet rating also climbed to a formidable 2426, and he’s no slouch in Daily (up to 2467) and Rapid formats (peaking at 2366).
His style is strategic but with a twist of psychological resilience. Bartlomiej enjoys long endgames (playing on average around 64 moves per win) and has an impressive 74% comeback rate when facing setbacks. Sometimes he might tilt like the rest of us mere mortals, but only modestly (Tilting Factor: 13).
Performance Snapshot:
- Blitz Record: 4,508 wins, 4,313 losses, and 489 draws. Not bad for lightning-fast calculations!
- Bullet Record: 476 wins out of 941 games, boasting a win rate just shy of 51%.
- Daily Record: An exceptional win rate over 70%, making him fearsome in those slower, thoughtful games.
- Rapid Record: Solid and steady with over 67% win rate.
Opening Play:
Though his "Top Secret" opening strategy remains classified, it's clear Bartlomiej wins almost half of his Blitz encounters with this approach and edges over 50% in Bullet chess. Perhaps a hint that he’s playing chess variants of rock-paper-scissors with style and surprise.
Highlight Reel:
His recent victories include dazzling checkmates delivered swiftly, like the game on April 12, 2025, where he perfected a checkmate just before move 28. Bartlomiej knows how to close out games with flair—no time wasted!
The Human Behind the Pieces:
Bartlomiej isn't just about numbers and titles. His psychological trend suggests he plays best in the wee hours (~5 AM). Whether fueled by sheer coffee power or the quiet of dawn, that’s when his pieces dance their best dance.
His resilience is legendary, with a comeback rate nearly rivaling a suspense thriller plot twist and a knack to win even after losing material. Opponents beware: a lost piece doesn’t mean a lost game.
Fun Fact:
His longest winning streak? A fantastic 15 games—imagine the bragging rights at the local chess club! Currently, he’s on a warm-up streak of one win and cooling off from any losing streak.
Summary:
Bartlomiej Mondrzycki aka ALBERT_KLOC blends determination, strategic depth, and playful cunning to stand tall on the chessboard battlefield. Whether blitzing or pondering daily, his sharp mind and steely nerves bring alive the chess spirit. Expect intrigue, inspiration, and a few surprising checkmates anytime you cross swords with this Candidate Master.
Good luck trying to beat him – he’s probably already three moves ahead!