Antoine Bournel - International Master, AKA ChainedDowntohell
Antoine Bournel, wielding the mighty title of International Master from FIDE, is a force to be reckoned with on the chess battlefield. Known online as ChainedDowntohell, Antoine's blitz rating has danced impressively between 2400 and a blazing peak of 2686 in August 2023—talk about heat on the clock!
His style? Think of a player who refuses to resign early (zero early resignations here!), fights in the trenches of the endgame (an astonishing 84.23% endgame frequency), and engages in long duels averaging around 77 moves per victory. This endurance tester is no stranger to grueling battles that test nerves and brains alike.
Antoine's tactical wizardry is as fierce as his nickname suggests, boasting a comeback rate near 87%. If he loses a piece, don't count him out; almost half the time he turns the tables. However, his tilt factor is a modest 5, proving he's mostly cool-headed—though we imagine "hell on a chain" might have moments of fiery passion over the board.
When does Antoine strike? The data speaks clearly: 10 PM sharp is prime time for his finest performances, with an impressive 66.7% win rate at 22:00 hours. Whether it's a Tuesday blitz or a casual Friday Bullet, Antoine blends flawless strategy with a dash of unpredictability—especially in Chess960, where he recently won a tricky game against GothamChess by resignation after a sharp assault!
With over 230 blitz wins logged and an opening repertoire shrouded in secrecy (462 games of mysterious "Top Secret" openings with just under a 50% win rate), Antoine is a master of keeping opponents guessing. His record screams resilience and relentless fighting spirit, having survived and thrived against a wide range of challengers from the everyman to specialists.
Lost a game recently? Sure, even Antoine has his off days—as shown by a couple of tough battles lost on time or by resignation—but true to his fighting nickname, he bounces back quickly, refusing to be chained down for long.
In summary, Antoine Bournel is the kind of chess warrior who blends stubborn resolve with tactical brilliance, making every game a thrilling saga. Keep an eye on ChainedDowntohell—because this IM plays with fire and always brings the heat!
Check out his most recent thrilling victory in Chess960, where he outplayed GothamChess in a fiery endgame and sealed the win by resignation!