Thomas Willemze - International Master Extraordinaire
Meet Thomas Willemze, a chess warrior proudly bearing the title of International Master, bestowed by the great chess overlords at FIDE. Known in the ranks as "Eend," Thomas blends strategic precision with a sprinkle of flair that keeps opponents guessing—and often flustered.
Game Style & Strengths
Thomas's approach is a mix of patience and tactical genius. With an impressive endgame frequency of over 85%, you can be sure that if the game drags on, Thomas is just warming up. His wins average about 73 moves, proving he enjoys a good, long chess marathon rather than a quick dash to victory.
White pieces are Thomas's playground, boasting a smashing 83% win rate, while Black pieces still hold their own at a respectable 50%. Early resignation? Not in Thomas's vocabulary—he fights till the very last pawn is pawned.
Rating Rollercoaster & Performance
Blitz is Thomas's domain, flirting with a high of 2391 in 2021 and maintaining stellar performance with a 72% win rate in his secret blitz openings. Bullet chess? They won their only game, so no complaints there. Rapid games showcase his resilience with a solid 59% win rate.
His longest winning streak? A solid 6 games. Currently, the streak is 3 games long—and counting. Opponents beware!
Psychological Prowess & Opponent Relations
Known for an impressive 94% comeback rate, Thomas turns near-defeats into victories like a chess Houdini. Even after losing a crucial piece, Thomas’s win rate magically hits 100%. Tilt factor is just 1—calm and collected, this player is less likely to throw the board flipping a king or two.
Thomas has favorite rivals too. From "tocastleornottocastle" (100% win rate) to "pk_niels" (better luck next time), each match paints a rich tapestry of friendly rivalry and intense battles.
Fun Tidbits
- Thomas wins all his Thursday, Monday, and Friday games—clearly these are lucky days!
- Peak power hours include 12 PM and 17 PM sessions, where Thomas enjoys a perfect 100% win record.
- Warning: Thomas’s "Top Secret" opening is anything but secret in his 25 blitz games with an 18-win tally. Opponents are on notice.
In summary, Thomas Willemze is the kind of chess player who delights in strategy, thrives under pressure, and might just convince you that losing a piece is merely the start of his comeback story. The board is set, the pieces poised—watch out world, Eend is in flight!