Ulysse Bottazzi - FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Meet Ulysse Bottazzi, also known in the chess world by the enigmatic handle BrokenFritz. Awarded the prestigious title of FIDE Master, Ulysse is a blitz and bullet dynamo who blends tactical genius with a pinch of whimsy on the 64 squares.
With a blitz rating soaring as high as 2613 in 2025 and a bullet peak of 2510 in 2024, Ulysse’s games are a whirlwind of lightning-fast moves and deep strategy. Notorious for an average game length exceeding 70 moves, this player isn't just about quick kills—they savor the long, thrilling chess battles where every pawn counts.
Ulysse’s opening choice remains a well-guarded "Top Secret", a mystery that has amassed over a thousand games in blitz alone with a respectable win rate above 52%. Opponents beware: Ulysse boasts a comeback rate of nearly 88%, and if you dare to capture one of their pieces, be prepared to see that move haunt you, because their win rate after losing material is a mind-blowing 100%.
Known for an impressive longest winning streak of 13, Ulysse's psychological resilience keeps tilt at bay (though a tilt factor of 7 means even grandmasters could envy their emotional rollercoaster). Their preferred playing times range widely, but mornings and late evenings tend to shine brightest for their performance, reaching win rates over 60% in those hours.
Off the board, Ulysse might be decoding secret chess codes or pondering the mysteries of why the chicken crossed the board. On the board, they are a fierce competitor, blending patience, precision, and a dash of unpredictability.
A player whose name commands respect among friends, rivals, and the bewildered pawns caught in the crossfire.