Ismail El Alami

Ismail El Alami (freiheit10)

Meet Ismail El Alami, the chess enthusiast who’s been quietly maneuvering pieces on the 64 squares since at least 2016. With a Bullet peak rating soaring above 2000 (2039, to be exact, reached in May 2023), he’s not the casual player who blunders their queen without a second thought – well, maybe sometimes, but who doesn’t?

As a player known for embracing the Old Benoni Defense and the French Defense Knight Variation in Bullet games, Ismail demonstrates a flair for counterpunching with unorthodox openings that keep opponents guessing. His opening repertoire reads like a world tour of chess strategy – from the Scandinavian Defense to the Caro-Kann, each chosen weapon brings out the tactical beast within.

Not just a Bullet specialist, freedom10 also boasts impressive results in Daily and Blitz formats, with peak ratings of 2042 and 1911 respectively. Although his win rate hovers around 44% in bullet and blitz, and a slightly higher 55% in daily games, don’t mistake numbers for nerve – Ismail’s known for making comebacks with an 81% recovery rate after losing a piece. That’s right, he’s the chess equivalent of a phoenix rising from the ashes, knock down a pawn and watch him bounce back.

Known for playing “long games” with an average of nearly 66 moves per victory, Ismail enjoys a battlefield that’s more marathon than sprint. Early resignations are rare in his games, just 0.63%, favoring gritty battles and deep endgames – 74.36% of his games see calculation and maneuvering deep into the game.

When it comes to timing, Ismail seems to shine most brightly in the wee hours around 4 AM – the best time of day to catch him plotting a strategic assault (or maybe just brewing some very strong coffee). His stats reveal he deserves a medal for patience and stamina, with the longest winning streak being 13 games and surviving even a brutal 16-game losing streak without losing his cool. Tilt factor? A modest 16, which in chess-playerspeak means he keeps calm more often than not.

Fun fact: Ismail’s most recent victory was achieved by bending the Old Benoni Defense masterfully, coaxing a reluctant opponent’s resignation in under 30 seconds. And if curiosity bites, you can find his games featuring creative and daring opening lines online – some even involve knight attacks reminiscent of a sneaky cat burglar.

Whether clashing in rapid-fire bullet games or plotting intricacies in daily chess, Ismail El Alami (freiheit10) plays with a tenacity and style that keeps watchers on their toes and opponents under pressure. Chess isn’t just a game to him; it’s a battlefield, a puzzle, and occasionally, a chance to make your opponent regret every move they’ve made.