Henk Hanssens

Henk Hanssens (Username: HenkI6)

Meet Henk Hanssens, a fearless force on the chessboard who battles with a rating that dances around the 700s to 800s in Rapid chess — enough to keep opponents guessing and neuroscientists intrigued! With a peak Rapid rating of 907 achieved at the merry time of Christmas Eve 2023, Henk certainly knows how to gift-wrap his victories.

A champion of comebacks, Henk boasts an impressive 82.5% comeback rate: when the chips are down, he digs deep, proving that losing a piece isn’t the end of the world, but rather the start of a thrilling plot twist.

Known for his love affair with the Philidor Defense — the opening he has played over 500 times — Henk’s win rate hovers near 45%. Call it loyalty or just a fondness for complex pawn structures; either way, the Philidor has become his trusty sidekick in battle.

Henk’s strategic mind is apparent in his marathon games, with an average of 72 moves per win, outlasting many foes in the endgame blitzkrieg. His endgame appearances clock in at a hefty 70% frequency, so don’t expect his games to be tip-and-run; he’s in it for the long haul.

When asked about his playing style, Henk’s games reveal a quirky psychological resilience capped off with a tilt factor of just 12, showing he keeps his cool... most of the time. His best hour to play? The witching hour of 9 PM — perhaps that’s when his brain sneaks in a tactical espresso shot.

Recent Highlights

In his latest triumphant match against kaii8286, Henk displayed his mastery in the Italian Game, securing victory by resignation after a grueling 45-move duel. His signature determination shines through as he steadily pressured his opponent into conceding.

Of course, every knight faces dragons — Henk's recent loss to Amaan88976 via the Berlin Defense reminds us all: even the bravest warriors stumble. But with only a 12-game losing streak as his longest nemesis, he bounces back with the vim of a true gladiator.

Fun Facts

• Henk’s white pieces win rate: a respectable 48.5%, just shy of half the time he’s commanding the board.
• Using Black? Henk turns into a sneaky fox with a 44.9% win rate — the perfect balance between defense and calculated aggression.
• The “Philidor” might be tricky, but so is keeping track of over 1,500 wins and nearly as many losses. Henk’s chess life is truly a rollercoaster of victories and learning moments!
• He’s no quitter, with a modest early resignation rate of 1.5% — he’d rather fight till the very end (or at least until the clock bugs him).
• In Rapids, Henk has played over 6,000 games, a true testament to patience, passion, and perhaps a touch of masochism.

Whether you face him at 9 PM or catch him wielding the Philidor like a seasoned chef’s knife, expect a tough battle filled with twists, turns, and maybe a few hilarious blunders — chess is serious, but Henk keeps it fun.

To follow his escapades or get inspired, check out his latest games on Chess.com under HenkI6. Just don’t expect him to go easy on you!