Jonathan Carlstedt IM

Jonathan Carlstedt - International Master

Jonathan Carlstedt, known in the chess universe as IMJonathanCarlstedt, is a formidable International Master whose blitz skills border on the supernatural. With a peak blitz rating of 2713 in 2024, Jonathan proves that speed and precision can coexist beautifully on the 64 squares. Not one to shy away from fast-paced challenges, they have also excelled in bullet and rapid formats, showcasing a versatile skill set.

The Journey Across Time Controls

Starting from a blitz rating of around 2150 in 2016, Jonathan steadily climbed the ladder, never settling for less than greatness. Their rapid rating peaked near 2666 in 2023, reflecting a sharp tactical mind capable of deep calculation under strict time constraints. Bullet chess? While not their primary battleground, Jonathan holds a respectable peak rating near 2479, proving they can think lightning-fast when needed.

Playstyle & Psychological Habits

A master of endurance, Jonathan’s games tend to be lengthy affairs—averaging around 73 moves to victory. They almost seem to enjoy a chess marathon rather than a sprint, often navigating complex endgames with finesse as evidenced by an 82.12% endgame frequency. Early resignation? Barely on the radar, only 6.2% of games are forfeited prematurely—because giving up isn’t in Jonathan’s vocabulary.

Interestingly, their comeback rate stands at a staggering 88.49%, and if a piece is lost, they wrangle a 97.52% chance of still pulling off a win. In other words, Jonathan is your nightmare if you think you can simply nab a pawn and coast to victory.

Chess Personality Bytes

Despite some ups and downs—as shown by a notable tilt factor of 7 and a curious dip in rated vs casual games—Jonathan’s grit remains undeniable. They seem especially dangerous on Mondays and Sundays, rocking win rates above 60%, and prefer to make their moves around noon or in the early afternoon, where their win rate climbs impressively.

On Opponents and Rivalries

Jonathan has squared off repeatedly against a few chess personalities, including "drbergerberger" (78 games) and "cha_charealsmooth" (25 games), maintaining competitive performances. They have a reputation for dispatching many opponents with near-unbelievable consistency, boasting a 53.7% overall win rate in blitz with their secret signature opening (which remains, naturally, top secret).

Fun Fact

With a longest winning streak hitting 25 games, Jonathan might be the personification of “winning streak” itself. Of course, every streak eventually ends, and right now that current streak sits at a humble zero—but given their resilience, don’t expect it to stay that way for long.

Jonathan Carlstedt is more than just an International Master—they’re a chess gladiator, a strategic chameleon, and a relentless pursuer of victory. Whether lightning-fast blitz or marathon-like endgames, Jonathan continues to outthink, outmaneuver, and outlast opponents worldwide.