Lothar De Vos (aka Lothardv)
Meet Lothar De Vos, a chess player whose rating journey is as thrilling as a rollercoaster ride—with plenty of highs, lows, and the occasional loop-de-loop. Starting from a modest Rapid rating in 2021, Lothar dove into Daily chess battles with gusto, reaching a peak rating of 1052 in 2024 before settling into his current 836 rating in 2025. It's clear he’s not just here for casual fun; with over 295 Daily games played using the infamous Top Secret opening, Lothar has crafted a reputation for keeping his cards close to his chest: his win rate hovers just over 50%, proving the strategy pays off.
Lothar’s playing style might best be described as “patiently persistent.” He’s equally comfortable with white pieces (54.4% win rate) and black pieces (a respectable 43.1%), and if the game turns grim after losing a piece? Don’t count him out. Lothar boasts a perfect 100% win rate after piece losses, showing a knack for dramatic comebacks that would make even the most stoic chess masters raise an eyebrow. His chess motto could very well be “Never say die,” with a comeback rate of over 60% and a low 6.8% rate of one-sided losses.
Fun fact: Lothar is no stranger to streaks. His longest winning streak hit a solid 8 games, a testament to his ability to get into the flow and ride the wave of chess glory. Though currently off the streak train, his tilt factor is a mild 8, indicating he keeps his composure well—even when things occasionally don’t go his way (which he admits happens sometimes, even to the best).
Outside the slow burn of Daily chess, Lothar has dabbled in faster formats. Blitz and Bullet might not be his comfort zones yet—his Bullet and Blitz win record stands at zero—but he’s definitely testing the waters, steadily improving his Blitz score from 277 to above 600 in 2025. Perhaps patience isn’t just for Daily games anymore.
When it comes to opponents, Lothar has faced some tough challengers like “thysoap” and “lietaer” multiple times, managing an almost equal footing and sometimes downright dominance—with a 73.9% win rate against “cartubarao” and a flawless 100% against several others. Whether it’s a family-friendly game on a lazy Monday morning (where he wins 50.9% of games) or battles deep into the night (catch him at 1 AM for a perfect 100% win rate!), Lothar brings his unique blend of stealth, strategy, and stubborn brilliance to the board.
With an average game length over 50 moves for wins and losses, Lothar clearly enjoys the long, thoughtful grind rather than quick finishes. So if you ever find yourself up against Lothar De Vos in Daily chess, be prepared for a strategic war of attrition. Just don’t expect him to spill his secrets.
