John Oyeyemi Fawole FM

John Oyeyemi Fawole (aka Fawolizzo)

FIDE Master & Chess Enthusiast Extraordinaire

Meet John Oyeyemi Fawole, better known in the chess cosmos as Fawolizzo. Awarded the prestigious title of FIDE Master, John has been maneuvering pawns and queens on the 64 squares with a mix of gritty determination, crafty tactics, and the occasional sneaky gambit that leaves opponents scratching their heads.

Journey Through the Ratings

If John’s rating history were a novel, it’d be a thrilling rollercoaster! Starting humbly around 1268 in Bullet chess back in 2010, Fawolizzo skyrocketed to a blistering peak of 2138 in 2020. Blitz saw an even more dazzling ascent, peaking at a scorching 2315 rating in early 2023, with Rapid chess topping out at an impressive 2327 that very same year. Daily chess? No slouch either, reaching a peak of 2177 in 2017.

Playing Style

John’s style screams stamina and strategy. With an average of 71 moves per win, Patience is clearly their middle name. They finish games with a flourish, ending battles mostly through resignation (both sides confess defeat politely) and checkmates - the classic curtain call. Fawolizzo’s come-back rate is a staggering 80.51%, proving that no matter the odds, they never say die. Early resignations? Barely 3.7%, so you’re in for a marathon, not a sprint.

Signature Openings

When the clock starts ticking, John's favorite opening is hilariously classified as "Top Secret" —after all, who wants to spill their opening secrets? That said, a 54.17% win rate in Bullet and a solid 51.64% in Blitz with this mysterious arsenal show that whatever it is, it works. Oh, and John’s also tried the French Defense Knight Variation to flawless effect recently, maintaining a 100% win rate in that line. Take that, theory books!

Favorite Time to Play

John is the early bird with a chessboard, having the best performance at around 5:00 AM. Whether burning candles late or welcoming dawn, the stars align when Fawolizzo takes their seat. Also, apparently 5 AM is the magic hour for a 66% win rate, so the advice is: next time you want to beat John, better not challenge before your morning coffee!

Memorable Moments

In June 2025, Fawolizzo delivered a masterclass victory against “papaducketz” utilizing a strategic march through the French Defense Knight Variation. Time management was key, finishing the game on time — talk about clock wizardry!

Opponent Highlights

Well-traveled across the battlefield, John’s most frequent opponents include “2900tactinhos” (27 games) and “donbroca” (20 games). The win rate fluctuates, but John brings the heat with crushing victories and tactical prowess, while never hesitating to learn from tough losses—because every defeat is just another puzzle to solve.

A Sense of Humor

Legend has it John once tried explaining chess to a pigeon. The pigeon flew off, presumably baffled, but John remained undeterred. After all, chess is a game of patience and perseverance—both traits John exhibits with magnificent flair.

In summary, John Oyeyemi Fawole is a tactical magician, a relentless competitor, and a player who’s only just begun to write their epic on the grand chessboard. Watch out world—the Fawolizzo storm is just warming up!