Ingo Walch

Ingo Walch: The Calculating Chess Maverick

Meet Ingo Walch, better known by his username ingowalch, a player whose chess journey is a captivating blend of steady climbs, tactical awareness, and a stubborn streak that refuses to concede defeat lightly. Known for a remarkable comeback rate of 86.23% and an impeccable 100% win rate after losing a piece, Ingo doesn't just play chess—he stages thrilling reversals that few can match.

Rising Through the Ranks

Starting from modest rapid ratings around 1366 in 2015, Ingo's rapid prowess skyrocketed to an impressive peak of over 2180 in 2021. His blitz performance is equally fiery, reaching a blazing 2264 peak. Bullet chess, however, remains his quirky sidekick with a humble rating hovering around 919-1028—because even grandmasters need their fun, right?

Playing Style

With an average game length of about 70 moves for wins and 73 moves for losses, Ingo clearly likes to savor the battle rather than blitz through it. His preference for deep endgames is evident from a staggering 76.71% endgame frequency, often pushing positions into the late stages where his tactical eye shines. White pieces see him score about 53.58% wins, while his black pieces hold strong at just over 50%.

Opening Repertoire: The Strategic Armory

Ingo has carved out a niche with some solid yet aggressive defenses. His favorites include:

• Pirc Defense — a trusted fortress with a near 59% win rate in rapid games.
• Philidor Defense Hanham Lion Variation — a sharp and sneaky choice, wielded with a steady 51% win rate.
• King's Indian Defense Four Pawns Attack — where he dominates with over 62% wins.
• Queen's Gambit Declined Semi-Slav Defense Accelerated Move Order — a strategic weapon boasting a remarkable 67% win rate.

He’s clearly a fan of well-trodden paths with a hint of flair—a tactical genius who knows when to wade into complexity.

Stamina and Psychology

Don't expect Ingo to surrender early: his early resignation rate is a minuscule 0.91%. Sure, a tilt factor of 13 suggests the occasional emotional ebbs, but with a 12.16% higher winning difference in rated versus casual games, he clearly channels competitive fire rather than frustration.

Memorable Moments

Recent fierce encounters reveal Ingo's fighting spirit. In one classic rapid clash, he dismantled the defenses of lucky13072012 with a graceful mixture of pressure and precision, winning by resignation after a strategically crushing performance. Yet, like any hero, he also has tales of bitter defeats, such as a hard-fought semi-slav battle against masterdonato, reminding us that even kings stumble.

Fun Facts

• Ingo's longest winning streak is a solid 12 games, proving he can ride the wave like a chess surfer.
• He has an unofficial rapid winning streak: winning every game in some early years (2015 & 2016), because who's counting small sample sizes?
• Playing chess at 2 AM? Apparently flawless for Ingo—he sports a mysterious 100% win rate at that hour (thank you, time zone magic).

All in all, Ingo Walch is a smart, versatile chess warrior who blends stubborn defense with fiery tactications—and occasionally spices the battle with that ever-entertaining quirk of human play. Whether grinding endgames or fighting tooth and nail in blitz, he reminds us: it’s not just about knights and pawns, it’s about the heart behind the moves.