Ben Bailey NM

Ben Bailey - National Master

Ben Bailey, proudly holding the title of National Master, is a force to be reckoned with on the chessboard. Whether blitzing through opponents faster than you can say "checkmate" or making bullet moves that defy human reflexes, Ben’s tactical prowess shines brilliantly.

Rating Highlights

• Blitz: Peaked at an electrifying 2533 in 2018, with a consistent average above 2300 for several years. A real speed demon who’s won over 8,400 blitz games with nearly as many hard-fought losses and a sprinkle of draws.
• Bullet: Maxed out at an impressive 2499 in 2016, showcasing lightning-fast decision-making. With a win rate of about 52% on the "Top Secret" opening alone, Ben keeps opponents guessing.
• Rapid: Though fewer games played here, Ben still rocked a solid 2171 peak rating in 2020 with a stellar 68% win rate.
• Daily (slow and steady): Peaked at 2000 back in 2015, proving that patience and strategy are also part of Ben’s toolkit.

Playing Style and Stats

Ben's games are a delightful mix of tactical fireworks and endgame masterclass. With an astonishing comeback rate of over 90% and a near-perfect winning ratio after losing a piece (99.75%!), it’s safe to say Ben turns adversity into opportunity with style.

Expect long, strategic battles with an average of 79 moves per win, showing patience that most players reserve for waiting in line for coffee. And while Ben’s tilt factor clocks in at 19, the losses never keep this competitor down for long — they mostly bounce back with vengeance.

Chess Personality

Ben’s record includes some epic rivalries and fascinating head-to-heads. Anecdotally, Ben’s toughest recent opponents include fredddiecroderg and fastwcy (though luck wasn’t on Ben’s side there), while stomping a perfect 100% victory against dianamirza. With a longest winning streak of 18 games, Ben’s consistency is as reliable as that one chess joke everyone pretends to find funny.

Fun Fact

Ben’s "Top Secret" opening repertoire is truly top secret, played in over 17,000 blitz games! Opponents must feel like they’re in a spy movie — except with more pawns, knights, and less dramatic music.

In the grand theatre of chess, Ben Bailey is a master both of the clock and the board. Whether it’s rapid fire bullet or deliberate daily games, you never know when Ben’s next brilliant move might checkmate your expectations.