Yotam Shohat: The International Master with a Tactical Twist
Yotam Shohat, proudly bearing the International Master title awarded by FIDE, is a formidable player in the realm of competitive chess. Known for a blend of endurance and precision, Yotam’s chess journey is as thrilling as a well-executed queen sacrifice!
With a blitz peak rating flirting with the 2700s in 2023 (a splendid 2718), Yotam thrives under the pressure of lightning-fast play. Their blitz game is a rollercoaster of wins and losses — not for the faint-hearted — but with a remarkable come-back rate nearing 90%, this player refuses to bow down easily!
Not just a blitz specialist, Yotam shows versatility with solid performances in bullet and rapid formats, rocking bullet with highs above 2600 and rapid that bested the 2300 mark. Their daily games, though fewer, boast a perfect win record so far — clearly savoring the slower, contemplative battles.
Psychologically, Yotam combines a modest tilt factor (16) with an almost superhuman win rate after losing a piece (99.58%) — making opponents question whether capturing material is actually a good idea. An endgame enthusiast, they push most games into lengthy duels with an average of ~79 moves in victories, proving that patience is truly a chess virtue.
Their preferred openings might remain Top Secret, but against the odds, Yotam triumphs impressively against many opponents — sometimes with a win rate as high as 87.5% against recent rivals. They don’t just play chess; they survive and conquer in style.
Off the board, Yotam might be plotting world domination one gambit at a time, but on it, they’re a daring tactician and resilient wrestler of positions, dazzling fans and foes alike with relentless play.
In the grand circus of chess, Yotam Shohat performs an act that’s part magician, part gladiator — and entirely unforgettable.