Ege Köksal IM

Ege Köksal – International Master Extraordinaire

Meet Ege Köksal, known online as Koksal06, an International Master recognized by FIDE who dances brilliantly on the 64 squares. Whether wielding the queen or patiently rocking the rook, Ege’s chessboard is both battlefield and stage.

A whirlwind in bullet chess, Ege’s peak rating soared to an astonishing 2849 in January 2022—pretty close to breaking the sound barrier! With lightning-fast tactics, Ege boasts a cool over 60% win rate in bullet games, revealing a knack for precision even when the clock is mercilessly ticking down.

When not setting blitzboards on fire with a peak 2697 rating, Ege’s rapid play also shines, hitting a peak of 2532 in mid-2022. Known for a calm and resilient mindset, a comeback rate of nearly 85% highlights a player who never throws in the towel early, even if a piece is lost—the tilt factor is barely noticeable at 7 out of 100, so expect focused determination over emotional outbursts.

The numbers tell a story of endurance: averaging about 86 moves per win and only slightly more in loss, Ege doesn’t rush a game, savoring the battle through complex endgames—a playground where their 88% endgame frequency proves mastery.

Ege’s favored openings are treated as "Top Secret," but one gem is the Benoni Defense Modern Variation, and who can resist a player with a 100% blitz win rate with the Sicilian Defense - Accelerated Dragon Maroczy Bind Formation? Clearly, not opponents sitting on the other side!

Game Highlights & Anecdotes

In one recent spectacular blitz triumph, Ege’s game against “Szparu” revealed a strategic dance in the Benoni territory, culminating in a resignation win after relentless pressure—a classic example of Koksal06's ability to squeeze the opponent until the final breath.

Though even the best stumble—like a recent loss by resignation against “Rile-Man”—Ege bounces back with impressive psychological resilience, ready to convert those bitter moments into future victories. After all, what’s chess without a little drama and the occasional heroic comeback?

On a personal note, Ege’s best time to play is bright and early at 10:00 AM, where the brain is sharp and the tactical awareness at its peak—so don’t book a match too early or too late unless you want to witness a blitz performance for the ages!

To sum up, Ege Köksal is a chess artist who blends speed, strategy, and psychological stamina. A fierce competitor with a flair for impressive rallies and endgame wizardry—fear the bullet, respect the rapid, and admire the mastery.