Overview
Solomon Ruddell (also known online as ChessGiantYouTube) is a titled chess player who earned the National Master title. A versatile competitor best known for strong Rapid play, Solomon combines tactical intuition with an unusually high comeback rate—perfect for viewers who like drama and last-minute wins. Keywords: Solomon Ruddell, National Master, chess, Rapid, openings, tactical play.
- Title: National Master (National)
- Preferred time control: Rapid
- Style highlights: aggressive middlegame tactics and resilient comebacks
Career highlights
Solomon’s climb through the online ranks has been marked by streaks, surprising turnarounds, and a habit of making opponents rethink simple trades. Notable milestones include long winning runs and frequent top finishes in rapid events. For a quick snapshot of recent Rapid form, see the chart below.
- Earned the National Master title and established a reputation in online Rapid tournaments.
- Known for an impressive Longest Winning Streak of 27 games and a stubborn Comeback Rate around 60%.
- Regularly competes across Bullet, Blitz and Rapid—Rapid remains the standout strength.
Playing style & strengths
Solomon favors dynamic positions that reward tactical alertness. Opponents often find themselves in murky middlegame complications—exactly the kind of battlefield Solomon likes.
- Preferred openings to steer the game into sharp waters: Sicilian Defense and the Amar Gambit.
- Strengths: high Comeback Rate, excellent WinRateAfterLosingPiece, and frequent endgame play—Solomon doesn’t give up easily.
- Psychology: Best time to play is around 19:00 (prime drama hour).
Want a quick illustrative sequence? Here’s a short playable mini-game:
Notable opponents & head-to-heads
Solomon has built convincing records against several frequent rivals on the platform, turning repeat matchups into entertaining rivalries.
- Most-played opponent: sagestseeker — dominant head-to-head record and many memorable games. (sagestseeker)
- Other regulars: kino, ziordl, zumpili — matches that often feature sharp opening choices and tactical fireworks.
- Approach to rematches: studies previous lines and welcomes revenge games with a grin (and a new novelty).
Fun facts & extras
Solomon mixes seriousness with humor—expect witty chat, surprising sacrifices, and the occasional dramatic time scramble. A few tidbits for fans and content creators:
- Peak Rapid performance highlighted here: 2426 (2026-01-16)
- Opening specialties that often appear in Solomon’s repertoire: Australian Defense, Barnes Defense, Modern.
- Perfect small embed to share: a compact Rapid rating chart or a favorite game clip to spice up a highlight reel.
Want more? Search for Solomon Ruddell or ChessGiantYouTube to find annotated games, highlight reels and those late-night comebacks that make viewers cheer.