Omar ElTantawy aka iam3mr1
Meet Omar ElTantawy, better known by the mysterious and slightly inscrutable username iam3mr1. A player whose chess journey is as dynamic as a well-played gambit, Omar’s profile is peppered with ups, downs, and enough tactical twists to keep any chess enthusiast on their toes.
Rating Rollercoaster
Omar’s Rapid rating took off in 2023 with a peak of 596 but since then has experienced a dramatic slide down to around the low 200s by mid-2025, proving that sometimes the true skill is in how you recover from losses (and Omar’s comeback rate is an impressive 57.35%). His blitz and bullet ratings are modest but respectable, hitting peaks of 326 and 462, respectively, while his Daily chess prowess shines brightest with a peak of 800.
Playing Style & Character
Omar is not one to shy away from early resignations (about 12% of games), perhaps showing an admirable pragmatism or an intolerance for dragging out hopeless positions. With an average game length hovering around 50 moves, he clearly enjoys a well-fought battle with plenty of twists and turns. He channels his inner strategist often through the King’s Pawn Opening, which accounts for the majority of his games and where he boasts a nearly 45% win rate — solid, if not world-champion level.
When it comes to psychological resilience, Omar's tilt factor is surprisingly low at 7, suggesting he doesn’t let frustration unravel his game too much, even with a longest losing streak hitting seven games. His best time to conquer opponents? Around 3 PM — the perfect post-lunch power hour for a chess genius in the making.
Tactical Adventures
One of Omar’s finest moments recently was a brilliant victory against Leil97 using the French Defense, where he masterfully converted a tricky position to force resignation by move 12. It’s clear from his openings that he loves mixing classical and aggressive lines, from Scandinavian Defense to Nimzowitsch Defense and even the Alekhine’s Defense — a repertoire to keep opponents guessing.
The Social Sphere
Facing a colorful roster of usernames, Omar has found foes he often best (like leil97 with a perfect 100% win rate) and others who have left their mark (looking at you, eduboladoshow and fxcvgtyrewq, both undefeated against him). With over 130 wins in Rapid alone and 147 losses, Omar’s chess life is a grand saga of perseverance and learning.
In Short
Whether he’s snatching a last-minute win or gracefully accepting a clever checkmate, Omar ElTantawy plays chess with a spark of humor and a heart for the game. His profile tells the story of a player not afraid to take risks, learn from defeats, and come back swinging on the digital battlefield of 64 squares.
