Einar Johan Gausel GM

About Einar Johan Gausel

Einar Johan Gausel is a skilled Grandmaster in the world of chess, known for his sharp tactical play and strong presence in Blitz games. With a respectable blend of experience and competitive drive, Gausel has carved out an impressive record, especially in fast-paced time controls.

Playing Style

Gausel enjoys Blitz chess, showing a tactical awareness that's hard to fend off. He has a knack for endgames, reaching these critical phases in over 84% of his games, and tends to play deep into matches, with an average of around 75 moves to secure a win. Early resignations occur occasionally, but his comeback rate is striking — nearly 83%! An opponent losing a piece can still expect a fight, as his win rate after losing material is over 53%.

He prefers solid yet aggressive openings, especially favoring Indian Defenses and Queen’s Pawn structures, where his win rates sometimes top 65%. His success with the Torre Attack and other Indian setups truly showcases his strategic breadth.

Achievements & Records

• Title: Grandmaster awarded by FIDE
• Peak Blitz Rating: 2698 (October 2022)
• Peak Bullet Rating: 2397 (April 2023)
• Preferred time control: Blitz, where he has played over 1400 games
• Longest winning streak: 11 games
• Impressive comeback rate of nearly 83%
• Solid defensive skills with a psychological tilt factor kept at 6

Opening Expertise Highlights

• Indian Defence, Knights Variation: Played 98 games with a 65% win rate
• Neo-King’s Indian: Torre Attack: Won over 69% in 68 games
• Queen’s Pawn Game variations: Quite versatile with symmetrical and modern lines
• Strong performance in both Blitz and Bullet formats with Queen’s Pawn openings

Fun Chess Facts

• His best time of day to play? A perfect 3:00 AM — maybe the monsters under the bed can't compete!
• Average first capture move happens a bit after the 8th move, showing patience and positional understanding.
• He’s a bit of a morning person in chess terms with exceptional win rates around 10 AM and 11 AM!
• White pieces grant a special advantage — a 60.38% win rate, but don’t discount his record with Black (52.1% wins).

Head-to-Head & Competition

Einar Johan Gausel has battled many opponents, often coming out on top. Notably, he boasts undefeated records against several players and has cultivated a strong competitive spirit in the online chess arena.

Looking Ahead

With peak ratings climbing in recent years and a persistent love for Blitz chess, there's no doubt Gausel will continue to entertain and challenge opponents around the globe. Whether grinding through long endgames or sprinting through rapid-fire tactics, his games promise excitement and chess artistry.