Hamza Alzoubi

Hamza Alzoubi: The Chess Contender with a Spirited Gambit

Meet Hamza Alzoubi, known on chess battlefields as Hamza11009, a player whose journey through the ranks is as adventurous as a knight on a mission. Despite having a humble peak rapid rating of 453, Hamza’s games tell the tale of someone who never backs down, wielding openings like the King's Pawn and Chigorin with a unique flair that keeps opponents guessing (and sometimes confused).

Hamza's chess story is embroidered with sharp wins and tough losses—reflecting a nearly balanced rapid record of 86 wins to 84 losses and 22 draws. Notably, he shines brightest with the King's Pawn Opening: King's Knight Variation, boasting an impressive 59% win rate, proving he knows how to kick off an attack with style.

If there’s one thing Hamza has mastered beyond moves on the board, it’s the art of comebacks, with a 72% comeback rate when facing a difficult position. Losing a piece? No problem—he still manages to turn around 40% of those games into glimmers of hope. Yet, even the bravest warrior knows the sting of defeat, such as his recent narrow loss by checkmate at the hands of DreManar.

When not plotting tactical strikes, Hamza demonstrates a fondness for the endgame, engaging over half his games to the final phases—a true testament to his fighting spirit. His average game spans roughly 55 moves, which means patience is a virtue and sweat a constant companion.

Intriguingly, Hamza’s best hours to unleash his mental arsenal are the wee hours—like 2 AM—making him a nocturnal knight of chess. A time when most sleep, he sharpens his skills and secures wins faster than you can say "checkmate."

Recent Battles: Victories & Defeats

One of Hamza's latest triumphant performances included a stylish resignation victory against medhm12 on June 4, 2025, where precision in the King’s Pawn Opening decided the day. Yet, the same day saw a tough checkmate loss to DreManar. Chess is, after all, a roller-coaster ride—capturing glory one moment and humbling lessons the next.

Style & Personality

Hamza’s playstyle could be nicknamed “The Resilient Gambit”: willing to push ahead with aggressive openings but also quick to concede when the tides turn, resigning voluntarily roughly 11.5% of the time. Perhaps a sign of chess wisdom or simply strategic time-saving—either way, it's part of his charm. And while his white pieces have a slightly better winning record (48% win rate) than black (40%), he’s far from color-biased.

Opponents beware: if you meet Hamza11009 online, expect unpredictable tactics, a few surprising gambits, and a player who thrives to outlast you in the complex dance of check and countercheck. Will you be the next to fall in his chess chronicles, or will you outwit this true underdog and nocturnal strategist?

In the world of chess, Hamza Alzoubi proves that sometimes, the joy lies not only in the crown but in every spirited move along the way.

Ready for a game? Challenge Hamza and find out first-hand.