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FIDE Master Not today

Known to the chess world simply as Not today, this player has mastered the art of holding off defeat – sometimes until tomorrow. Awarded the prestigious title of FIDE Master, Not today exhibits a remarkable blend of resilience, tactical wit, and just enough mystery to keep opponents guessing (and occasionally tilting).

With a blitz rating that has flirted with the 2300+ mark and a rapid peak soaring above 2600, Not today proves speed and precision aren't just numbers—they’re a way of life. Whether casually blitzing or diving deep into rapid games, their consistent ability to bounce back is legendary, boasting an 86.4% comeback rate and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece. Not one to surrender easily, this player’s early resignation rate is impressively low at just 0.81%, because surrendering? Not today.

Not today's playing style is akin to a well-scripted thriller—long strategic battles stretching close to 70 moves per win on average, with a penchant for endgames where the true artistry unfolds. With better success as White (a 56.43% win rate) than Black, they often start strong and finish stronger.

Psychological resilience is the name of the game here, with a tilt factor that’s surprisingly modest given the fiery world of online chess. Their win rates vary with the clock too, scoring highest during the mysterious and formidable “18th” hour (yes, 100%), and showing a curious dip mid-afternoon around 15:00—a perfect time to grab a snack, perhaps.

Off the board, Not today remains an enigma, but on it, they keep delivering thrilling games and a reminder to all challengers: defeat may be inevitable, but it can always wait for another day.