Chu Ruotong (Username: crtsea)
Title: Woman International Master (WIM) awarded by FIDE
About the Player
Chu Ruotong is a chess force to be reckoned with — a strategic tactician known for resilience and dazzling comebacks. Officially recognized as a Woman International Master, crtsea has battled through ranks with a mix of patience, wits, and a pinch of intimidation that makes opponents reconsider their opening moves.
Playing Style & Stats
Chu loves the adrenaline rush of Blitz and Bullet, with peak ratings of 2536 in Blitz and 2313 in Bullet. Rapid chess might be slower, but Ruotong still hits over 2200 at peak there — proving versatility across all time controls.
- Blitz Win Rate: Nearly 49% over 975 games — a nice mix of flair and focus!
- Bullet Win Rate: About 48%, showing quick reflexes and sharp vision.
- Rapid Win Rate: A rarer gem with just under 2% wins noted, but who’s counting? Rapid format might just be the underdog in crtsea’s repertoire.
This player’s strength lies in psychological endurance — boasting a 78% comeback rate and a win rate of 44% even after losing a piece! In other words, never count out crtsea even if down a rook or two.
Notable Records & Quirks
- Longest winning streak: 16 games (because sometimes the stars align and the pieces just obey)
- Average game length hovers around 73 moves for wins and losses, which means Chu doesn’t shy from a long tactical battle.
- Checkmates win almost 100 games, but don’t worry, the opponents also manage to snatch victories now and then.
When to Catch crtsea at Peak Performance
The best time to play against or channel your inner Chu Ruotong is around noon, where her win rate climbs up to almost 59%. Just don’t try to blitz her at 7 pm — the win rate dips to a mere 30%, and that’s her quiet time (probably nap time!).
Recent Battles
Recently, crtsea delivered a masterclass victory by checkmate against a high-rated opponent (Elo 2672) in a tense Live Chess Blitz match, skilfully employing the Accelerated London System. The final position? A checkmate sealing the deal — no mercy shown!
Summary
Whether it’s burnishing the board in a rapid-fire Blitz duel or patiently plotting in longer games, Chu Ruotong plays with passion, persistence, and a sprinkle of chess wizardry. With a nickname like crtsea, it’s clear that this player’s moves flow as unpredictably and powerfully as the ocean tides.
Watch closely; old Jack Bauer himself would envy such a never-say-die attitude on the 64 squares.