Grandmaster Vignir Vatnar Stefansson
Known in the chess universe as GMVignirVatnar, Vignir Vatnar Stefansson has gracefully earned the prestigious title of Grandmaster from FIDE, proving he's not just moving pawns, but masterminding battles on 64 squares.
Rise Through the Ranks
Starting with a respectable blitz rating in the low 2100s in mid-2021, Vignir's career skyrocketed, hitting a mind-boggling peak blitz rating of 3016 by May 2025. An impressive journey of relentless study, countless wins (over 2100 in blitz alone!), and a fair share of draws that show he knows when to bite and when to hold.
Style and Strategy
With a preference for the enigmatic "Top Secret" opening—used in nearly 4,000 blitz games (!), boasting a respectable 52.1% win rate—Vignir keeps his opponents guessing. He's also dabbled with classics like the Philidor Defense Hanham Lion Variation and the Giuoco Piano Game Center Attack, showing a well-rounded and creative tactical arsenal.
Tactical Wizardry & Psychological Fortitude
Vignir's comeback rate is an astonishing 87.03%, meaning when he's down a piece or two, he's not just hoping, but making sure to turn the tides. An average winning game lasts roughly 83 moves—definitely not a speedrun, but a well-fought marathon. Beware, opponents, for his tilt factor is low, and his best battling hours? Midnight to dawn, when chess ghosts come alive.
Recent Glory
Off the board and into recent memory, on June 3rd, 2025, GMVignirVatnar sealed a swift victory by resignation against "theredking89" after a strategic dance in the Benoni Defense Modern Fianchetto Variation. This match highlighted his prowess in positional play, patience, and tactical pressure—basically, a lesson in how not to get checkmated.
Quirky Facts
- Known for drawing a surprising number of blitz games (351!), perhaps saving energy for the critical moments.
- His longest winning streak? A roaring 17 consecutive wins—chess stamina at its finest.
- Never afraid to resign early (0.68% resignation rate), because let’s be honest, who likes dragging a losing game?
- Plays best on Sundays and Saturdays, proving that weekend warriors can be serious contenders.
All in all, Vignir Vatnar Stefansson is a relentless fighter, a midnight strategist, and a chess polymath who’s as deep in the game as his opening repertoire is mysterious. Keep an eye on GMVignirVatnar; he’s not just playing chess, he’s elevating it—one brilliant move at a time.