About Gabriel Flom
Gabriel Flom is a formidable Grandmaster recognized by FIDE, known for his sharp skills, particularly in blitz chess. Rated at a peak blitz rating of 2921 in May 2025, Gabriel is a force to be reckoned with on the fast-paced battlefield of quick chess games.
Playing Style & Strengths
Gabriel's style blends deep tactical awareness with a relentless endgame technique. With an impressive 77.82% comeback rate after setbacks, he’s a fighter who never gives up and often turns the tables against his opponents. His resilience is complemented by a preference for complex opening lines such as the Najdorf Sicilian (English Attack) with a remarkable 90.91% win rate.
- Preferred time control: Blitz – lightning-fast and accurate
- Strong in endgames, appearing frequently (73% of games)
- High tactical awareness: wins 54% of games even after losing a piece
- Excels in dynamic, aggressive openings like the Sicilian Defense variations
Notable Achievements & Stats
- Longest winning streak: 19 games in a row – blink and you'll miss it!
- Unbeaten bullet record: 4 wins, 0 losses (though a few games only, but still impressive!)
- Dominant white pieces win rate: 56.2% and black pieces win rate: 53.06%
- Peak blitz rating of 2921 reached in May 2025
- Average decisive game length sits around 72 moves – marathon matches for a blitz specialist!
Opening Repertoire Highlights
Gabriel is adventurous when it comes to opening choices:
- Najdorf Sicilian, English Attack (11 games, 91% win rate) – a brutal weapon in his arsenal
- Pirc Defense with 3.Nc3 e5 (15 games, 73% win rate) – attacking with style
- Indian Defence, Knights Variation (19 games, 58% win rate) – a solid yet flexible opening
- Queen’s Gambit Declined, Normal Defense (23 games) – balanced but fiercely contested
Fun Facts & Psychological Insights
- Gabriel’s best time to play? 2 PM — peak blitz productivity before afternoon coffee kicks in!
- Least effective hour: 11 AM, with a mysterious 0% win rate — morning puzzles may not be his favorite.
- Tilt factor of 11 (on a scale) shows he sometimes feels the heat but bounces right back strong.
- Has a preference for sharp, creative openings, often confusing opponents and keeping them on their toes.