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Brandon Wang NM

gmbmw Since 2011 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟♟♟♟
50.9%- 45.0%- 4.0%
Daily 1858 16W 16L 1D
Rapid 1716 178W 128L 11D
Blitz 2302 261W 242L 12D
Bullet 2528 6499W 5759L 528D

About Brandon Wang

Brandon Wang, also known on the chessboard as "gmbmw," is a National Master titled player who has made a significant mark in the fast-paced world of bullet chess. Known for his rapid-fire play and aggressive style, Brandon has delighted and frustrated opponents in equal measure across thousands of games.

Playing Highlights

  • Emerged as a formidable bullet player with a peak rating reaching an astonishing 2833 in December 2021.
  • Blitz and Rapid formats also showcase his skills, boasting peak blitz and rapid ratings of 2506 and 1716 respectively.
  • Usually found tearing through games with a quick and decisive style, Brandon's average game length is brisk, often lasting less than a minute in bullet games.

Opening Repertoire

Brandon's opening choices reflect his dynamic and versatile approach to the game:

  • Bullet: Amar Gambit, Nimzo-Larsen Attack, and Modern Defense are among his favorites that yield a strong win rate.
  • Rapid: Prefers gambits like the Amar and sharp lines such as the Blackburne Shilling Gambit.
  • Blitz: Unknown openings dominate, but he also performs well with the Amar Gambit and Bird Opening variations.

Playing Style & Traits

Ever ready to seize the initiative, Brandon combines deep tactical awareness with psychological resilience:

  • Average moves per win hover around 38, showing he often closes out games swiftly.
  • Known for a high rate of early resignations—probably because he hates slow games and values speed over drama!
  • An impressive comeback rate near 47%, demonstrating his fighting spirit after setbacks.
  • Prefers to play in the early morning and during peak hours when his brain is most bullet-proof.

Career Trivia

  • Has a whopping lifetime record of over 6,000 bullet wins, proving that speed chess is his natural habitat.
  • Maintains an impressive bullet win rate just shy of 50%, which is tough given the brutal accuracy bullet demands.
  • Recently, his bullet rating has hovered around 2600+, which is grandmaster-level in many people’s books!
  • Famous opening: The Amar Gambit — it’s like Brandon is saying, "Let’s get wild and win fast!”
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