Meet Tyson "electrosaw" Brady
Tyson Brady, known on the chessboard as electrosaw, is a FIDE Candidate Master with a taste for the unconventional. His rapid rise through the online ranks has been marked by a fearless embrace of offbeat openings and a blistering Blitz pace that has pushed him to a peak rating of 2846. Preferred time control is Blitz, and the numbers show why: he thrives in the chaos of quick clocks, converting gambits and surprise attacks into victories with remarkable consistency.
The Unorthodox Repertoire
Tyson's opening choices are anything but textbook. He regularly deploys the Nimzo-Larsen Attack to seize the initiative as White, and as Black he is loyal to the Amar Gambit and the Barnes Defense. His willingness to play these rare sidelines has caught many higher-rated opponents off guard. In Rapid play, his win rate with the Nimzo-Larsen Attack is a stellar 75%, while his blitz games often feature the aggressive Amazon Attack and the Siberian Attack, where he scores over 65%.
The data also shows a love for the Colle System, though he frequently steers it into the unusual Rhamphorhynchus Variation, a line that has become his personal playground. Whether it's the Pterodactyl Variation of the Modern Defense or the Hungarian Opening, Tyson rarely plays a mundane move.
Rivalries and Redemption
Tyson has built a network of recurring opponents who know his style all too well. His most played rival is Qi Pang, with 193 games played against him. Their head‑to‑head is a grinding marathon: Tyson leads 82 wins to 68 losses, but 43 draws show how close the battle is. Another frequent foe is goldenbuzzer, who has the upper hand with 70 wins against Tyson's 47, making every match a test of patience. Yet against chris_withthehair, Tyson dominates with a 31‑1 record, demonstrating that he can be both a nemesis and a victim depending on the day.
Resilience and Comebacks
One of Tyson's most impressive traits is his never‑say‑die attitude. He holds a comeback rate of 83.45%, meaning when he falls behind, he still finds a way to flip the result in his favor more often than not. Even after losing a piece, he wins 57.64% of the time, a clear sign of his tactical resourcefulness and endgame skill. His longest winning streak has reached 25 games, and as of his latest data he is on a seven‑game roll.
His ability to bounce back is matched by his tendency to play long games. On average, his decisive games run 75 moves, showing he is comfortable grinding in the endgame and never rushes a finish. He also delivers checks early; his win rate jumps to 68.85% when he gets the first check on the board.
Rating Trajectory
Tyson's Blitz rating has climbed steadily since 2023, with a dramatic surge in mid‑2026 that pushed him past 2800. His rapid play has also peaked above 2500, while his bullet rating reached 2718. The chart below shows his Blitz progression from 2023 to 2026.
Strengths to Watch
- Unpredictable openings: He plays rare systems like the Australian Defense and the Amazon Attack, making preparation difficult for his opponents.
- Endgame tenacity: He reaches the endgame in 73.49% of his games and converts his advantages with patience.
- High‑risk, high‑reward style: He wins frequently with unsound‑looking gambits, but also loses when they backfire; his tilt factor of 16 suggests he can be rattled after a bad loss.
Beyond the Board
When Tyson isn't dazzling opponents with his offbeat repertoire, he's likely refining his own trademark lines. His best time to play is around noon, when his win rate hits 100% (albeit in a small sample), and his worst hours are early morning and late night. He has also faced a few titled players, always looking for a challenge. As a Candidate Master, Tyson Brady continues to climb, proving that creativity and grit can take you far in the modern chess world.