Hamza Hamza

Hamza Hamza (aka HeRo-232)

Meet Hamza Hamza, affectionately known in the chess world as HeRo-232 – a spirited player who dances on the 64 squares with a blend of strategy and occasional whimsy. Known for embracing the nuances of Rapid chess, Hamza's journey has been a rollercoaster of triumphs, near misses, and valuable lessons in resilience.

Chess Journey & Stats

Hamza's rating tells a tale of steady progress – climbing from a humble Rapid rating starting around 582 in mid-2023 to a peak of 982 in March 2025. That’s like moving from a casual stroll to a sprint on the chessboard! With nearly 70 Rapid wins out of around 70+ recorded games, Hamza tips the scales towards victory more often than not, especially shining against familiar opponents like n7r_lb (with a perfect win record).

Blitz and Daily games show a more adventurous side, with moments of brilliance and, candidly, some humble defeats. But hey, every great player has those "Oops, wasn’t paying attention" moments!

Playing Style & Favorite Openings

Known for an Average of 65 moves per win, Hamza enjoys long, strategic battles – not a fan of rushing the endgame, and with a tilt factor of just 5, he’s pretty good at keeping cool even when the pies hit the fan. The Bishop's Opening and its Berlin Defense variant are his playgrounds, though the Vienna Game boasts a perfect 100% win rate across two games – clearly a pet line he's mastered to perfection.

He also likes to mix it up with the Italian Game and the Caro-Kann Defense, proving versatility and a taste for both classical and solid openings.

Memorable Moments

Hamza's recent victories include a cunning win in the Vienna Game where his opponent resigned gracefully after a tough fight. Just a day before, he checkmated the opposition with flair in a Scandinavian Defense duel, demonstrating his knack for tactical precision.

On the Clock & In the Mind

Hamza’s best performance time? Around 5 PM – when the coffee kicks in and the brain’s firing on all cylinders. His psychological resilience shines through with a 69% comeback rate, bravely rallying even after losing pieces. An endgame enthusiast, nearly half of his matches reach those thrilling late stages.

Final Check

Whether plotting bishops’ diagonals or unleashing knight forks, Hamza Hamza (HeRo-232) is a player to watch – blending grit, learning, and a sprinkle of fun into every game. Chess isn’t just a game to him; it’s an exciting saga full of ups, downs, and the occasional surprising checkmate!