Profile: International Master IMVadim (Vadim D. Berg)
Vadim D. Berg, better known in the chess world as IMVadim, holds the prestigious title of International Master awarded by FIDE. A player whose blitz rating has soared to a peak of 2535, Vadim combines rapid tactical awareness with a penchant for deep endgame play—averaging nearly 76 moves per win, proving his endurance and strategic stamina.
Starting humbly with a blitz rating barely scratching 1025 in 2016, Vadim quickly catapulted himself to the upper echelons of online chess, reaching bullet ratings up to an eye-watering 2740 in July 2024. Yes, you read that right—this is one player who might just eat bullets for breakfast (figuratively, of course).
He favors an enigmatic opening referred to as "Top Secret" which accounts for over 370 blitz games with a solid 56% win rate. That mystery weapon has clearly done its job against the competition. When feeling the Sicilian spice, IMVadim occasionally ventures into the Najdorf and Rossolimo variations, though the record shows they occasionally bite back.
IMVadim's playing style is a fascinating blend: capable of mounting spectacular comebacks with an impressive 87% comeback rate, and often turning the tables after losing a piece more than half the time. Maybe people forget to check corners because Vadim enjoys making them sweat.
However, even titans have their off-days—his longest losing streak sits at a humble eight games, with an 8% tilt factor revealing he’s mostly cool under fire but definitely human. True champions know when to take a short breather before storming back.
His best moments come early—he boasts a 100% win rate at the crack of dawn (6 AM to be exact), suggesting either magnificent breakfast brainpower or an unfair advantage in morning coffee consumption.
Recent Highlights
One of his latest triumphs was a strategic masterpiece in a French Defense Advance variation, wrapping up victory on time after a complex tussle lasting 59 moves. IMVadim showed clinical precision and unyielding patience—his opponents beware.
On the flip side, a recent battle with 'Slayyy_200' ended in a tough loss by resignation—proof that even the best can have to tip their king. But if history is any indicator, IMVadim's comeback streaks are lurking just around the corner.
Fun Fact
With a nickname like "Top Secret" on his favorite openings, it’s best not to ask IMVadim what his secret tactics are. After all, everything in chess—and life—has a little mystery.
In short: an International Master with sharp tactics, slow-burn endurance, and a bit of a morning magic touch, Vadim D. Berg is a force to be reckoned with... especially before breakfast.