Simon Bekker-Jensen IM

Simon Bekker-Jensen: The Unstoppable International Master (Well, Almost)

Simon Bekker-Jensen holds the esteemed title of International Master from FIDE, proving they’ve faced some serious chess combatants. With a playing style that features an impressively low early resignation rate (because quitting early is just not Simon’s style), they battle on, sometimes in the face of overwhelming odds.

Despite a tough 2023 in the fast-paced bullet format—with a peak rating of 535 and a current rating of 171—Simon’s determination to improve and outwit opponents is what makes them a fierce competitor. They’ve played 15 bullet games this year, scoring 4 wins and 11 losses, and are not afraid to dive deep into endgames, which feature in over 40% of their games.

Rapid chess has been a bit more challenging for Simon, with just 2 recorded games resulting in a draw and a loss. But hey, every Grandmaster needs their off days! Their longest winning streak currently stands humbly at one game—proof that every victory is hard-earned and celebrated.

Simon’s favorite opening seems to be Top Secret—a mysterious strategy that’s as intriguing as their opponent list, featuring colorful usernames from ironheights4587 to hamzalhouari. Most opponents have kept Simon on their toes, but occasionally, Simon’s tactical awareness shines through with a striking 100% win rate after losing a piece. Talk about turning lemons into lemonade!

Psychologically, Simon shows a "tilt factor" of 6, meaning a few bumps and bruises from losing don’t knock them out—but with a positive difference between rated and casual games, Simon keeps their competitive edge sharp.

In short, Simon Bekker-Jensen’s chess story is one of resilience, endgame ambition, and a little bit of mystery. Whether it's at 2 a.m. or prime evening hours, Simon presses on—one clever move and unexpected comeback at a time.