Joshua Posthuma: The International Master with a Tactical Twist
Joshua Posthuma, known in the digital realm as jposthuma, proudly holds the title of International Master, a distinguished honor awarded by FIDE. With a relentless passion for the 64 squares, Joshua’s journey through the ranks is as fascinating as his games.
Beginning from modest Rapid ratings around 1200 in 2013, Joshua's tenacity saw his skill rise dramatically to a Rapid peak above 2280 in 2024. Not content with slow and steady, his Blitz and Bullet ratings dance spectacularly in the mid to high 2700s and even breach the 2800 mark in Bullet play, putting him comfortably in the realm of speed chess aficionados who thrive on adrenaline and lightning-fast calculations.
When it comes to openings, Joshua keeps things intriguingly Top Secret — winning almost 69% of Rapid games and boasting over 57% win rate in Blitz and Bullet alike. Clearly, he’s not just playing to win; he’s playing to mystify and overpower.
Perhaps the most striking fact about Joshua's playstyle is his incredible comeback rate of over 80%, and a jaw-dropping 92.88% win rate after losing a piece. Clearly, don’t count him out when the going gets tough — Joshua’s motto might well be "Lose a piece, gain a psychological edge." However, he also knows when to quit early, resigning about 12% of lost games to save time for the next battle.
His endurance on the board is legendary — with average winning games running nearly 70 moves, Joshua's strategy involves lengthy, complex endgames, as evidenced by his Endgame Frequency of over 74%. This player is less about quick kills and more about the slow dance to domination.
Beyond the numbers, Joshua’s longest winning streak stands impressively at 35 games, and currently riding a hot streak of two consecutive wins. The opponent list includes both friendly rivals and cunning challengers, but win or lose, Joshua brings his characteristic blend of strategy, wit, and a dash of surprise.
Whether grinding through daily puzzles or smashing through bullet games at breakneck speed, Joshua Posthuma’s chess story continues to unfold — with plenty more moves yet to surprise and delight the chess world.