Kevin Wang: The International Master Who Knows His Openings... and Secrets
Kevin Wang, also known in the digital chess realms as KevinWang97, proudly carries the title of International Master, bestowed by FIDE. This isn't just a fancy label—it's proof that Kevin's brain is wired for chess brilliance, tactical wizardry, and some seriously impressive board domination.
A Blitz Blaster and Bullet Beast
With a blitz peak rating soaring to an impressive 2835 in 2023 and bullet topping out at 2669, Kevin is a speed demon on the 64 squares. Armed with lightning-fast reflexes and a penchant for mind-bogglingly quick decisions, Kevin averages a solid 50%+ win rate in the chaotic world of blitz and an absolutely menacing 77% win rate in bullet games using his "Top Secret" opening strategy — which, funnily enough, remains just that: top secret.
Consistency, Comebacks, and a Touch of Drama
With a longest winning streak hitting 20 (try topping that!), Kevin proves resilience and nerves of steel. Their tactical awareness boasts a jaw-dropping 75% comeback rate—basically, if Kevin loses a piece, don't count them out. They bounce back with an 85% win rate after such setbacks. If chess were a soap opera, Kevin would be the star who always finds a twist ending. Sadly, a tilt factor of 13 shows even masters get a little spicy after bad moves.
Style and Psychology
Kevin is no quitter, but early resignations happen around 22% of the time, possibly fueled by knowing when to fold and get back to plotting that next crushing comeback. Endgames? They're Kevin's playground, appearing in over two-thirds of their games. White pieces bring a 60% win rate, with black not far behind at nearly 55%. Interestingly, Kevin seems to prefer to bring the pain during odd hours, with a flawless 100% win rate recorded at noon—proving coffee might just be their secret weapon.
Hopelessly Devoted to "Top Secret"
The mystery opening named "Top Secret" has defined Kevin's chess career so far, with an enormous number of games played and respectable success across all time controls. Opponents beware; this opening seems shrouded in mystery and deadly precision.
Notable Opponents and Rivalries
Kevin's recent bouts with players like xtrmntr78 and undercover2400 show a mixed bag of superhuman wins and challenging losses. With a camera-ready win rate of 100% against the likes of "undercover2400" and "dontflagme_pls," Kevin keeps fans guessing who will be next to break the streak or become the next victim of Kevin's strategic prowess.
In a Nutshell
International Master Kevin Wang is the perfect storm of speed, strategy, and subtle mind games. With an enigmatic playstyle, a penchant for secrets, and a track record that commands respect, Kevin proves that chess isn't just a game—it's an art form worthy of applause, a few face-palms, and plenty of popcorn for the spectators.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| diduknowthatimnew | 113W / 28L / 1D | View Games |
| FarewellToKings2112 | 5W / 6L / 1D | View Games |
| Tien Thanh Thuy Nguyen | 3W / 4L / 1D | View Games |
| Arnar Erwin Gunnarsson | 2W / 2L / 2D | View Games |
| Shelev Oberoi | 1W / 2L / 3D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2744 | |||
| 2023 | 2769 | |||
| 2022 | 2745 | |||
| 2021 | 2513 | 2536 | 2010 | |
| 2020 | 2509 | 2536 | ||
| 2019 | 2506 | 2539 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 17W / 15L / 8D | 14W / 19L / 4D | 87.5 |
| 2023 | 32W / 26L / 6D | 28W / 29L / 8D | 92.7 |
| 2022 | 9W / 2L / 0D | 5W / 6L / 1D | 47.2 |
| 2021 | 82W / 44L / 0D | 86W / 24L / 3D | 42.5 |
| 2020 | 23W / 10L / 2D | 8W / 18L / 6D | 88.6 |
| 2019 | 21W / 5L / 4D | 17W / 11L / 1D | 84.3 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 98 | 52 | 45 | 1 | 53.1% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 31 | 17 | 10 | 4 | 54.8% |
| Catalan Opening | 17 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 52.9% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 16 | 5 | 10 | 1 | 31.2% |
| Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack | 12 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Diemer-Duhm Gambit (DDG): 4...f5 | 11 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 63.6% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 80.0% |
| QGD: 3.Nc3 Bb4 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 60.0% |
| QGD: Ragozin | 10 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 40.0% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 8 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 37.5% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amar Gambit | 31 | 22 | 9 | 0 | 71.0% |
| Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit | 22 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 90.9% |
| King's Indian Attack | 9 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 77.8% |
| Alekhine Defense | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 87.5% |
| Nimzo-Larsen Attack | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 80.0% |
| Petrov's Defense | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 60.0% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 25.0% |
| King's Indian Attack: French Variation | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Colle: 3...e6 4.Bd3 c5 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 75.0% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bird Opening: Dutch Variation, Batavo Gambit | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bishop's Opening: Vienna Hybrid, Hromádka Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Amazon Attack | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 20 | 0 |
| Losing | 13 | 0 |