Profile Summary: BoterHam98
Meet BoterHam98, a chess enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares is as intriguing as their username. Although their daily rating hovers modestly around the mid-500s, don’t let that fool you—when the clock speeds up, things get interesting!
Specializing in rapid, blitz, and bullet formats, BoterHam98 has shown tremendous growth, especially in 2025, achieving peak ratings of 820 in rapid and an impressive 881 in bullet chess. Clearly, speed chess is where the magic happens! With over 280 wins in bullet games alone, this player thrives in chaotic, fast-paced battles.
Known for a tactical awareness that shines through a comeback win rate of nearly 72%, BoterHam98 never says die—even when a piece is lost, the fight is far from over. Their games average about 51 moves per win, highlighting a penchant for strategic patience rather than quick-fire checkmates.
Their opening repertoire is a delightful mystery with many "Top Secret" games, but among the known lines, the Vienna Game Max Lange Vienna Gambit stands out with a flawless 100% win rate in rapid games. Clearly, BoterHam98 enjoys mix-ups and gambits that keep opponents on their toes.
On a lighter note, BoterHam98’s psychological resilience is put to the test with a tilt factor of 7 (chess can be emotional), but their highest win rate occurs at 10 PM sharp—so if you want to challenge them, maybe avoid the late evening blitz sessions!
Recent battles showcase dramatic wins by resignation and checkmate, including crafty fights using openings from the Nimzowitsch Defense to the King’s Pawn Opening. And while losses happen—as they do for all mortals—BoterHam98's current winning streak proves they're back on track, ready to slice through defenses like a hot knife through butter ham!
Whether you’re a casual player or a serious competitor, facing off against BoterHam98 promises fiery, tactical games with a dash of unpredictability. One thing’s for sure, they bring flavor to every pawn push and knight hop—long live the ham-powered chess attacks!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| deaabahlawan | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| nwalkershrew | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| jidh | 0W / 0L / 1D | |
| olofmeiser | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| noxorp | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| dhruv_2310 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| vdwace | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| sim1377 | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| m33zy | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| raihanaaaaaa | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| blomdebolle | 4W / 0L / 0D | |
| jositololo | 3W / 0L / 1D | |
| clearview1 | 2W / 1L / 0D | |
| Jesus Vital | 0W / 3L / 0D | |
| pebclapsyou | 2W / 1L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 964 | 590 | 1003 | 521 |
| 2024 | 470 | 432 | 310 | 568 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 370W / 275L / 29D | 351W / 297L / 30D | 56.3 |
| 2024 | 16W / 20L / 1D | 22W / 17L / 1D | 44.2 |
Openings: Most Played
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 41 | 26 | 14 | 1 | 63.4% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 29 | 19 | 8 | 2 | 65.5% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 13 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 61.5% |
| Vienna Game Max Lange Vienna Gambit | 12 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 58.3% |
| Vienna Game | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 60.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 55.6% |
| Italian Game | 9 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 55.6% |
| Vienna Game Falkbeer Vienna Gambit | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Petrovs Defense | 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 37.5% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 50.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 269 | 133 | 126 | 10 | 49.4% |
| Reti Opening | 24 | 13 | 10 | 1 | 54.2% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 24 | 16 | 8 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 80.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 85.7% |
| Modern Defense with | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Scotch Game | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 40.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 60.0% |
| Nimzowitsch Defense Kennedy Linksspringer Variation | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 25.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 196 | 95 | 95 | 6 | 48.5% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 53 | 34 | 18 | 1 | 64.2% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 30 | 17 | 9 | 4 | 56.7% |
| Modern Defense with | 23 | 11 | 10 | 2 | 47.8% |
| Englund Gambit | 15 | 6 | 8 | 1 | 40.0% |
| Caro Kann Defense | 15 | 7 | 7 | 1 | 46.7% |
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 13 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 61.5% |
| Italian Game | 12 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Three Knights Opening | 10 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 10 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 30.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 9 | 0 |
| Losing | 7 | 1 |