Joel Benjamin (gmjoel) - Grandmaster of the Chessboard
Meet Joel Benjamin, a Grandmaster of the 64 squares, who has tactically evolved into a true predator of the chess ecosystem. With ratings peaking in the ultra-competitive Blitz format above 2700—Joel's sharp instincts are as finely honed as a falcon's talons, swooping down on hapless opponents with a 70% win rate in his top-secret opening repertoire. Truly, his gameplay is a checkmate symphony in motion!
Joel's journey resembles a fascinating evolutionary tale — starting as a curious Rapid player posting solid scores around 2200, and then dynamically adapting to blitz attacks where his win rate flourished. His longest winning streak clocks in at an impressive 7 games, proving his competitive stamina is no joke; when Joel is on a roll, it’s survival of the fittest on the board.
A master of endurance, Joel averages nearly 75 moves per victory, meaning he thrives in the endgame jungle where most players falter. With an endgame frequency of over 82%, he outlasts, outwits, and closes in on prey with cunning precision — a true apex predator in the psychological savanna of chess.
Notable traits and curiosities:
- Comeback King: Rocking an 81.48% comeback rate, Joel resurrects like a chess phoenix after losing material.
- Psychological toughness: A low tilt factor of 4 showcases his calm, collected demeanor, proving he’s more tortoise than hare in critical moments.
- Night Owl or Early Bird? His top win rates appear during midday battles (12-14h), with a curious 0% win rate at 20h — perhaps a sign to let his neurons rest and regrow!
In the ecosystem of online combatants, Joel's encounters range from swift victories against foes like jesmichael and yeetre, to tough battles dipping to 40% win rate against the formidable tamirnabaty. Each opponent a different link in the great chain of chess evolution.
Whether wielding the white or black pieces, Joel maintains a balanced win ratio (around 52%), demonstrating that his chess DNA thrives no matter the environmental conditions. A true genetic marvel of the chess world, Joel Benjamin continues to grow, evolve, and dominate—a Grandmaster whose moves demonstrate both brutal efficiency and an elegant flair that keeps opponents guessing until the very last cell on the board is captured.
