Biography
Teoman Guney Ersoz is a Turkish chess player who earned the FIDE title Candidate Master. Known for a fast, fearless style in rapid games, he excels in Bullet and Blitz, where quick calculation and bold tactical decisions often decide the outcome. Outside the board, he is a good-humored competitor who loves puzzles and friendly banter.
Peak form and competitive record
- Peak Blitz rating: 2705 (2025-06-03)
- Peak Bullet rating: 2761 (2025-08-01)
- Peak Rapid rating: 2130 (2025-07-16)
- Blitz record: 339 wins / 281 losses / 61 draws
- Bullet record: 112 wins / 93 losses / 21 draws
- Rapid record: 3 wins / 0 losses / 0 draws
For a quick visual of his trajectory, see .
Opening repertoire and style
Teoman mixes an adventurous and practical approach across time controls. In Blitz, he has shown solid results with lines like Amazon Attack, the Czech Defense, and the Sicilian Defense: Closed, along with broader forays into the Alapin and related systems. In Bullet, he explores sharp, surprise lines such as the French Burn Variation and Amar Gambit, often seeking dynamic play that leverages his speed and intuition.
Profile link: teoman_g_ersoz
Related term: Sicilian Defense
Streaks and notable trends
- Longest winning streak: 7 games
- Current winning streak: 2 games
- Longest losing streak: 8 games
- Current losing streak: 0 games
Personality and outlook
Teoman is a competitive spirit with a light-hearted sense of humor. He enjoys the challenge of fast games, where accuracy and cunning often beat brute force. His ongoing journey toward higher titles and stronger performances in Bullet exemplifies a player who trains hard, studies openings, and loves the thrill of a clean tactical shot.