Anthony Tunstall

Anthony Tunstall (Ant0321) - The Unpredictable Chess Warrior

Meet Anthony Tunstall, known in the chess circles and online arenas as Ant0321. With a 2025 peak rapid rating of 469 and a blitz maxing out at 486, Anthony’s chess journey so far resembles a roller coaster ride — full of daring gambits, surprising comebacks, and a sprinkle of chaos!

A Career in Moves and Mishaps

Anthony isn’t your typical chess player. His longest winning streak is an impressive 9 games, proving that when the stars align, he’s a force to be reckoned with. But don't be fooled, he has a healthy acceptance of defeat — his rapid record proudly shows 10 wins, 11 losses, and 2 draws, reflecting a player who fights hard but knows when to fold (usually around move 59).

Opening Act: The Gambits and Variations

Ant loves to mix it up early. The Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation is his secret weapon in rapid games, boasting a flawless 100% win rate over two matches. The Englund Gambit is another favorite, winning 2 out of 3 rapid games — showing he’s unafraid to tempt fate. In blitz, his go-to weapon is a balanced blend of Queens Pawn and Kings Pawn openings, with the French Defense Normal Variation delivering a perfect 100% blitz win rate (albeit in just two brave attempts).

Style and Strategy

Anthony’s style could best be described as “wait, what just happened?” His average moves per win hover around 48, but his losses tend to drag on up to 60 moves — perhaps he's the type to fight until the last pawn drops. His early resignation rate is low (9.09%), which means when Anthony commits, he’s all in. An endgame enthusiast at heart, over half of his games reach the late stages, where tactical awareness shines through his impressive comeback rate of nearly 57% and a 100% win rate after losing a piece.

When and How He Plays

Anthony is a night owl chess tactician — his best hours are between 19:00 and 22:00, achieving win rates as high as 100% at 22:00. Fridays are his lucky days, boasting a flawless 100% win rate. Weekends offer mixed results, but never a dull moment! On the psychological front, Anthony battles a slight tilt factor of 8 but gleefully outperforms in rated games versus casual ones by over 44% — proving pressure either fuels his fire or at least spices up the drama.

Famous Rivalries & Fan Favorites

Though he faces a mixed bag of opponents, Anthony has a perfect winning record against some challengers like antolik-stefan and kepi_1283, and has been mysteriously formidable against players like hopercules and martin2aa. Conversely, some opponents like t0gashi and joker_970 have consistently brought him back down to earth.

The Verdict

Whether he’s unleashing a sudden gambit, pulling off a gritty comeback, or simply trying to remember which piece is which, Anthony Tunstall (Ant0321) never fails to entertain. A player with heart, humor, and a hint of unpredictable genius, his chess story is still unfolding — and it promises many twists for fans and foes alike.