FM Roel Abelgas

FM Roel Abelgas: The Bullet Maestro and Blitz Brainiac

Meet FM Roel Abelgas, also known in chess circles as FMCoachRoelAbelgas, a formidable force on the 64 squares with a penchant for speed and a tactical shark’s instinct. A player who’s equally comfortable blitzing through games in a matter of seconds as he is navigating the murky waters of rapid and classical formats. But don’t be fooled by the rapid-fire pace; Roel’s games reveal deep strategic understanding, a dogged endgame tenacity, and a knack for the dramatic finish.

Rating Rollercoaster & Peak Performance

Starting from modest beginnings, Roel’s ratings rose sharply in blitz and bullet, peaking spectacularly at 2759 in Bullet (May 2025) and 2667 in Blitz (December 2022). His rapid rating, while more modest, still hit a respectable 2357 in late 2021. Clearly, he’s a master of quickfire battles, where his tactical alertness shines brightest. On any given day, especially around 8-9 AM or 8 PM (his personal sweet spots), Roel can rack up wins with a smile and a cheeky “Did you see that?”.

Playing Style & Psychological Fortitude

Roel is not one to resign early — his early resignation rate is under 1%, which basically means he’s fighting until the bitter end (or until your rook sneaks in for a fatal checkmate). His endgame frequency is a whopping 85%, and his average moves per win hover around 80, proving that he relishes the full battle, savoring every pawn push and bishop maneuver. With a comeback rate over 83%, he’s the kind of player who’ll turn a lost pawn into a winning attack and laugh in the face of adversity. His tilt factor is 9 out of 10, suggesting he might mutter a few choice words when losing but never skips a beat.

Favorite Openings—The "Top Secret" Arsenal

Much of Roel’s success rests on mystery — he’s famous for his "Unknown Opening" in blitz and bullet games, where opponents are left guessing his next move like cryptographers facing a secret code. However, he also employs a “Top Secret” opening with a solid 54-56% win rate across formats, proving that some secrets are just too good not to share… well, sometimes. Not to be overlooked, his usage of the Caro-Kann Defense and Queens Gambit lines shows a classical foundation to his quickplay wizardry.

Stats Snapshot

• Blitz record: 225 wins, 105 losses, 80 draws
• Bullet powerhouse: Nearly 2800 games played, 2828 wins—clearly loving that adrenaline rush
• Rapid: Slightly chilled pace with 77 wins and a penchant for careful strategy

Memorable Recent Battles

In a recent journey through the Caro-Kann Defense (Two Knights Attack variant), Roel displayed razor-sharp precision culminating in a crushing checkmate—timed perfectly with just seconds left on the clock. Such games prove that when the pressure mounts, Roel flourishes; whether winning on time, by resignation, or by delivering a classic checkmate, he keeps fans on the edge of their seats.

Off The Board

As his username suggests, Roel also enjoys coaching, passing on his tactical tricks and strategic insights to the next generation. With a win rate that often leaves opponents wondering if they've been hit by a "top-secret" weapon, Roel is as much a mentor as a menace on the board.

In summary, FM Roel Abelgas is the kind of chess player who can both dazzle with fast-paced attacks and patiently outmaneuver foes over long battles — all the while proving that secret weapons in chess don't always include a spy gadget, just maybe a stubborn knight and some well-timed pawn pushes.