Chess Player Profile: Hoang Minh (imnothm)
Hoang Minh, known online as imnothm, is a tenacious chess enthusiast whose journey through the ranks reflects a rollercoaster of cunning tactics and resilient comebacks. His peak rapid and bullet ratings both reached an impressive 1769 in late 2022, proving that when the clock ticks down, his nerves and instincts kick into overdrive. Blitz lovers beware: with a peak rating of 1543, Hoang Minh combines speed with strategy, though sometimes the chess gods test his patience!
Playing Style & Strengths
Hoang enjoys the classics and isn’t shy of a secret weapon—averaging over 65 moves per win, patience and endurance are clearly his allies. He boasts a comeback rate of 82.78%, which means if the game looks grim, count on him to pull off some Houdini-level escapes. Despite a slight tendency to tilt (only 11%), his resilience shines through, especially in the endgame where he thrives, playing endgames in nearly 66% of his games.
Stats That Tell a Story
- Blitz Record: 305 wins, 292 losses, and 40 draws. A fierce battler with nearly as many victories as defeats.
- Rapid Record: 429 wins against 298 losses, demonstrating a solid edge in longer time controls.
- Bullet Record: Over 1800 wins and a relentless fighting spirit reflected in 1723 losses and 130 draws—clearly, speed thrills and spills!
- Favorite Openings: Hoang keeps his opponents guessing with a "Top Secret" approach in all time controls, but don’t sleep on his occasional knights variations and Scandinavian gambits.
Recent Highlights
Whether by checkmate, resignation, or timeout, his games tell tales of strategic depth. For instance, his latest gem featured a classic Scotch Game leading to a brilliant victory by timeout—a testament to his relentless pressure and nerves of steel. Sometimes he may lose on time, but every loss is just a prelude to a comeback.
Fun Fact
Hoang’s best hours to strike are often when normal human beings wind down—he hits a 100% win rate at 23:00, proving he’s the night owl king of the chessboard. While his early resignation rate stays under 5%, he’s never one to give up easily, making each battle on the 64 squares a thrilling saga.
Whether it's bullet or daily chess, Hoang Minh (imnothm) brings fierce dedication, strategic mastery, and a pinch of mystery to every game. So if you face him on the board, prepare for battles that go beyond moves—they’re an endurance test for mind and spirit!
