FIDE Master Havard Haug: The Endgame Entomologist
Meet Havard Haug, a FIDE Master whose chess career is nothing short of a biological phenomenon. Much like a skilled entomologist studying the intricate dance of ants, Havard meticulously dissects the chessboard with microscopic precision, crafting moves with the patience of a spider weaving its web.
Bursting out of the 2017 cocoon with a blitz rating of 1272, Havard’s rating metamorphosed impressively over the years, reaching a peak blitz rating of 2937 by 2025—a true king of the hive! The bullet swarm has been no less impressive, with a soaring rating touching 2951. Known for a venomous comeback rate of 84.45% and a staggering 98.75% win rate after losing a piece, this master proves that even when a pawn falls, the game is far from over. Talk about regenerative powers!
Playing style? Havard prefers the long haul, with an average of nearly 80 moves per win, snaring opponents with slow, deliberate endgames that could make even the most patient dung beetle envious. An endgame frequenter with a 78.94% occurrence, Havard knows how to squirm out of tight spots and spin intricate traps.
When it comes to openings, Havard's favorite shells are the Alapin Sicilian and the Old Benoni Defense—solid, resilient, and full of surprises. On blitz boards, these apertures yield win rates upward of 60%, proving that Havard's opening repertoire is as robust as a beetle’s exoskeleton.
Not all is smooth sailing in the hive, however. A tilt factor of 36 indicates Havard sometimes gets rattled, yet their come-back-from-the-brink resilience more than compensates. And while the average daily games are fewer compared to bullet and blitz, Havard commands respect with strong performances across all formats.
Havard Haug is a fascinating study in the ecosystem of chess—a masterful strategist who knows how to adapt, defend, and strike with precision. Like an ant colony working tirelessly and cooperatively, Havard dismantles foes one move at a time, always ready to scuttle forward to the next victory.