Erik van den Dikkenberg (aka Erik1971)
Title: FIDE Master
Erik van den Dikkenberg is a dedicated chess enthusiast who has earned the respectable title of FIDE Master. With a career spanning over a decade, Erik has demonstrated a relentless passion for the game, particularly excelling in blitz chess, where his rating has frequently flirted with the 2300s and even peaked near 2400!
Playing Style & Strengths
Known for a cautious and tenacious approach, Erik boasts a stellar 88.6% comeback rate — meaning if you knock off one of his pieces, you better watch out! His resilience is legendary, with a 100% win rate after losing a piece. Erik’s love for the endgame is evident, engaging in long battles averaging around 70 moves per victory. Opponents rarely see him surrender early, with an early resignation rate of just 1.1%.
The Blitz Beast
Blitz is where Erik truly shines, accumulating over 1100 games with a near 50% win rate. His blitz journey reads like a thriller: from modest beginnings, steadily climbing, peaking with an impressive 2397 rating in 2024. He's a quick thinker who thrives under pressure, making his opponents sweat especially on Tuesdays and Thursdays where he boasts a win rate near or above 50%.
Bullet & Rapid Adventures
While blitz remains Erik’s comfort zone, he also dabbles in bullet and rapid formats. His bullet play, albeit more volatile, features a respectable 35% win rate with moments of brilliance, including a rapid win rate of 60% in a small sample of games. Clearly, Erik is adaptable, even if the bullet tempo sometimes leaves him chasing lost pawns!
Rivalries & Records
Erik has battled many foes over the years, maintaining high win rates against notable opponents like isaquegoncalvessanto and ngc772n11 (100% wins – no pressure!). He’s not without his kryptonite, however, trailing against some like mary-sanna and javylavilla. But hey, even chess legends have a few bogey players!
Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak? A fierce 12 games in a row — just try to break that momentum!
- Most comfortable playing hour? 9 AM, boasting an astonishing 82.6% win rate (early bird gets the checkmate!)
- Prefers playing with the white pieces slightly more successful at 51.3% wins compared to 40.6% with black.
Erik1971 is more than just a chess player — he’s a strategic warrior, a comeback king, and a relentless pursuer of victory. Expect flashes of brilliance, stubborn defense, and a sprinkle of humor as he continues climbing the ranks and charming the chess world.