Mark Timmermans - International Master
Meet Mark Timmermans, or as the internet chess community fondly calls him, DeTimmerman. This chess maestro has earned the prestigious title of International Master from FIDE, proving that blundering pieces like pawns only happens to the amateurs—Mark blunders less than a ninja in a night fight!
From humble beginnings in 2013, where his Blitz rating tiptoed in at a modest 1312, Mark's journey looks more like a rocket launch than a slow climb. By 2014, he smashed through to a stunning 2412 in Blitz, and kept flexing those brain muscles to hit an even blistering 2835 by 2025 in Blitz. He’s the kind of player who plays so fast and strong, even time feels threatened.
Mark’s Bullet chess stats paint him as a speed demon — with peak ratings of nearly 2900! It’s said that Mark’s fingers have their own Wi-Fi connection, as those quick moves dazzle opponents before they’ve even realized the game started.
Not just a quickshot, Mark enjoys the thoughtful pace of Daily and Rapid chess, with a consistent win rate above 70% in Rapid and nearly 90% in Daily games. His strategic prowess and calm under pressure mean he often wins without even breaking a sweat.
Playing Style & Personality
Legend has it that Mark once resigned early in a game... just as a joke. His Early Resignation Rate is a humble 0.12%, and his games typically span over 80 moves per win, showing that he enjoys to milk every positional squeeze and tactical nuance. His endgame frequency (85.88%) would make any rook or bishop blush with pride. A true chess marathoner!
Tactically, Mark is nothing short of Houdini: his Comeback Rate is a jaw-dropping 90.44%, and if he loses a piece, you better run for cover — his win rate after losing a piece is an incredible 100%. Talk about turning disasters into delights!
The Opponent Whisperer
Mark has faced a legion of chess combatants, including stalwarts like chessshop (75 games) and khatanbaatarbazar (37 games). His record shows a ruthless streak and uncanny opponent-reading abilities, with several 100% win rates against tricky rivals like sadykov_ramil, gmfrankenstein-dracula, and jessekraai. You’d think he’s got a crystal ball hidden behind those glasses.
Fun Fact
Mark’s current winning streak stands at zero — but don't be fooled: his longest winning streak is a magnificent 20 games in a row. That’s basically like winning every chess match at your local cafe while casually sipping a coffee. Coffee by day, chess by night!
His favorite time to play? When most are busy eating lunch or winding down before bed — hours like 6 AM (77.78% win rate) and 2 to 5 AM (some hours at 83% to 100% win rates!). Clearly, Mark is a night owl who breeds brilliance in the quietest hours.
Summary
With a brutal combination of tactical wizardry, sharp intuition, and a deadly fast mouse-hand, Mark Timmermans embodies the spirit of competitive chess. Whether blasting through Bullet games or squeezing out wins in marathon Daily battles, this International Master’s journey is far from over. Opponents beware: DeTimmerman comes to play, and sometimes he even lets you think you have a chance!