Ido Ben Artzi - International Master Extraordinaire
Ido Ben Artzi, proudly bearing the esteemed title of International Master bestowed by FIDE, is a chess player who treats the 64 squares not just as a battlefield, but as a playground of tactical wizardry and psychological finesse. Known in the virtual arenas as IdoBenArtzi, this master wields a blitz rating that reached a dazzling peak of 2746 in March 2025—because apparently, the speed limit on the chessboard doesn’t apply to them.
Ido’s rapid game is no less impressive, boasting a perfect record in “Top Secret” openings with a 100% win rate in their two played rapid games—a cryptic code for “don’t even try to guess what’s coming next.” Their blitz record is more of a roller coaster, with 8 wins, 7 losses, and 4 draws out of 19 games, showing that even an IM enjoys a bit of nail-biting drama.
Playing Style & Mojo
Their style is a delightful blend of patient maneuvering and calculated endgames, with over 76% of their games reaching the endgame phase. On average, a victorious game lasts about 65 moves, almost like a classic novel: rich in plot and with an ending that leaves opponents pondering their life choices.
Interestingly, Ido is a comeback artist, boasting a 90% comeback rate and manages to pull off victory nearly half the time (45%) even after losing a piece. Talk about turning lemons into lemonade - or in this case, turning a lost knight into a win!
Statistics That Tell a Story
- Blitz Peak Rating: 2746 (March 2025)
- Rapid Peak Rating: 1815 (January 2025)
- Longest Winning Streak: 4 games straight
- Win Rate in Rapid: 100%, undefeated in 2 games
- Blitz Win Rate: 42.11%, tough competition indeed!
Fun Facts & Quirks
Ido's psychological resilience is legendary, with just 2 “tilt factor” moments—proof they don’t rage quit when the clock’s ticking. Their favorite time to play is around 10 AM, where their brain seems to hum with tactical brilliance and caffeine. And while opponents at higher ratings seem to bring out the humble side (no wins yet!), Ido dominates those rated below with a comfortable nearly 59% win rate.
From zapping opponents on time in blitz games to delivering the sweet sting of checkmate after a lengthy tactical dance, Ido Ben Artzi is a force in any format. Confused by their “Top Secret” opening strategies? So are their opponents!
For some recent drama, check out their latest masterpiece: a thrilling checkmate vs. Santirayo2009 that took 71 moves of strategic tomfoolery, ending with a neat Qxg7#. Classic Ido—patient, precise, and a touch theatrical.
All in all, Ido Ben Artzi can be summed up as an international master who plays chess not just to win, but to entertain the board and perplex the competition, one opening, and endgame at a time.