Xu Zhihang (aka Floatingdream1) - International Master Extraordinaire
Xu Zhihang, known across the 64 squares as Floatingdream1, is an accomplished International Master recognized by FIDE. Hailing from the mystical realms of strategy and calculated madness, Xu’s chess journey is a thrilling ride through dazzling tactics, blinding speed, and a fair share of epic battles won by resignation (and sometimes by the clock ticking mercilessly).
Rising Through the Ranks
Xu’s blitz rating has soared up to an incredible peak of 2982 in early 2024, a level where mere mortals can only dream. Bullet chess fans have admired a blazing top rating of 2909 and a rapid peak at 2658, proving that no matter the time control, Xu Zhihang is a formidable foe.
The Stats That Tell a Story
- Total blitz games: Over 7,200 fierce clashes with a 50% win rate. Enough adrenaline to drain your nerves!
- Bullet battles: More than 2,000 games with a stellar 54.76% win rate - fast fingers and sharp mind.
- Rapid duels: Although fewer in number, Xu maintains a hearty 56.25% win rate here too. Versatility is the name of the game.
Playing Style and Psychology
Known for an early resignation rate of just 0.94%, Xu fights tenaciously, rarely tossing in the towel unless checkmate is unavoidable. A specialist in endgames (appearing in 84.56% of matches), Xu’s games often resemble thrilling detective novels full of twists and turns—expect long, fascinating battles averaging around 80 moves per win.
With a comeback rate of 89.11%, don’t count Xu out if down a piece; this player is a master of turning tables and snatching victory from the jaws of defeat.
Psychologically, Xu thrives best at 8 PM—a perfect time to outwit opponents when the stars align—and has a tilt factor of 14, modest enough to stay cool under pressure but human enough to keep fans entertained.
Notable Achievements & Rivalries
Xu's longest winning streak reached an impressive 17 games, although losses can stretch up to 14 in a row during the fiercest form slumps. Always bouncing back, though - that’s the warrior spirit!
Facing rivals like gm_dmitrij and marchgin repeatedly, Xu has built a reputation for intense tactical duels. Opponents beware: Xu Zhihang has a near-perfect record against several challengers, including perfect 100% win rates against kingcrusher275 and gr1shak.
Recent Highlights
In one of the latest live games, Xu dazzled spectators with an aggressive Kings Indian Defense, wresting victory by resignation from a 2869-rated opponent. His masterful maneuvering showed why this IM continues to be a feared competitor online under the handle Floatingdream1.
Fun Fact
If chess were a video game, Xu would be playing on "insane" difficulty with one hand tied behind the back and still scoring a perfect 10. Precision, instinct, and passion all wrapped into one 'Floatingdream'!
In short, Xu Zhihang is a captivating blend of speed, strategy, and resilience — a true chess dreamer whose games are always worth watching. So, whether it’s blitz, bullet, or rapid, prepare yourself: Floatingdream1 delivers chess magic that’s as entertaining as it is formidable.