Dave Koenig - FIDE Master
Meet Dave Koenig, a chess virtuoso whose title of FIDE Master is no accident but the result of countless days and nights wrestling with 64 squares. Dave is a tactical wizard with a comeback rate of nearly 86%, proving that even when the game looks grim, hope (and a sneaky move or two) is never lost.
Dave's career has seen dramatic swings, with a bullet chess rating soaring as high as 2425 in 2020—a year when Dave probably took no prisoners and gave no quarter. When it comes to blitz, Dave is truly a force, accumulating nearly 6000 games and retiring opponents with a solid 48.8% win rate. Whether it’s rapid, blitz, or bullet, Dave’s strategic mind adapts like a Swiss Army knife, capable of quick strikes and long-term plans alike.
Dave is also amazed at how long some games last—with an average of 69 moves per win, it's clear he’s not just about fast kills but patient, grinding victories. A true chess gladiator, Dave often dances in the endgame, indulging in battle beyond the opening salvo, boasting a hefty 78% endgame frequency.
Opponents beware: with a 100% win rate after losing a piece, Dave doesn’t just shrug off setbacks, but turns them into opportunities for triumph.
Off the board, Dave might be the curious type who plays at all hours—whether it’s a 2 AM tactical blitz or an early morning rapid match. Win rates peak late at night and in the early afternoon, a sign of both stamina and remarkable focus.
With a longest winning streak at 14 games, it might just be safest to call Dave the "King of Comebacks". But don’t get cocky—psychologically, Dave’s tilt factor is a manageable 10, meaning frustration is kept in check except in the rare moments when stubborn pawns refuse to cooperate.
All in all, Dave Koenig is not just a competitor, but a chess adventurer who embodies both the mental toughness and the whimsical spirit needed to thrive in the royal game.
