Johan Salomon - Grandmaster Extraordinaire
Meet Johan Salomon, a chess Grandmaster who has mastered the 64 squares with wit, precision, and occasional flair worthy of a grand theatrical performance. From humble beginnings with a modest rapid rating of 1200 in 2010, Johan has carved out an impressive career filled with dramatic wins, strategic sacrifices, and the kind of endgames that make spectators hold their breath.
Rise Through the Ranks
Starting as a rapid player with a single game (and a win!) in 2010, Johan’s journey has been nothing if not meteoric. By 2017, they shattered the 2400 rapid rating barrier, peaking at a commendable 2507 in early 2020. Not to be outdone, Johan’s blitz prowess boasts a peak rating over 2700 in 2019, with a bullet rating crescendoing to a sizzling 2786 as recently as June 2023! A true speed demon on the clock, Johan’s games are a rollercoaster of calculated risks and breathtaking finishes.
Playing Style and Strengths
Johan's style is a delightful blend of endurance and tactical wizardry. Distinguished by a high endgame frequency (almost 78%!) and an extraordinary comeback rate near 85%, this player refuses to bow out early—even when things look grim. With an average of around 77 moves per win, matches are often marathons where perseverance triumphs.
Interestingly, Johan prefers to play as White, boasting a 60% win rate, while their Black pieces still command an impressive 54% success.
Record-Breaking Streaks & Notable Stats
- Longest winning streak: 16 games. Clearly, Johan knows how to catch lightning in a bottle.
- Current winning streak: an eye-watering 10 games and still counting, proving the form is fierce.
- Despite the occasional “tilt” factor of 8, Johan’s psychological resilience is bulletproof, ready to slug hit after hit.
Opponent Trivia
Johan has tangled with opponents like knvb, masterleif, and ristingho dozens of times, gaining reputations and victories aplenty. One could almost say if you're “knvb,” you better bring your A-game!
Recent Battles
Even in the ever-challenging arena of Chess960, Johan shows no signs of slowing down. Recent games highlight a ruthless efficiency—last wins involved a timely resignation from opponents or winning on time, while rare defeats come with battles fought to the last tick of the clock.
Fun Fact
If chess were a chessboard, Johan would be the queen—imposing, versatile, and occasionally knocking out pawns with a cheeky grin.
All in all, Johan Salomon is a chess force to be reckoned with: grandmaster by title, contender by nature, and entertainer by style.