Mads Vestby-Ellingsen – International Chess Maestro (a.k.a. M1711)
Meet Mads Vestby-Ellingsen, an International Master whose chessboard exploits combine razor-sharp tactics with a dash of unpredictability — kind of like a grandmaster-themed rollercoaster! Wearing the IM title proudly, Mads has dazzled opponents around the chess globe with a blitz rating peaking over 2760 and a bullet rating soaring past 2800 — enough to make even Magnus blink twice.
Mads’ chess career is a symphony of speed and precision. Whether it’s lightning-fast bullet battles or the rapid-fire drama of blitz, Mads dances around opponents with a win rate consistently above 55% — and all while sometimes resigning early nearly 35% of the time (because nobody’s perfect, right?). Endgames are a playground, with nearly 57% frequency, and those tricky moments after losing a piece? Mads bounces back with a striking 66.9% win rate. Talk about turning the tables!
Performance peaks and troughs? They happen. A few dips here and there in blitz and bullet over the years are counterbalanced by fiery comebacks, including an impressive 22-game winning streak. Mads shows special prowess playing White, winning over 57% of games, but Black pieces don’t feel overlooked either.
Mads isn’t just about numbers; game timing is almost a secret weapon. The 11 AM hour boasts a stellar 76% win rate, perhaps because caffeine and calculation reach perfect harmony then. Midnight oil burners take note: evening games also shine with solid win percentages, peaking around 72% at 2 PM and 69% at 10 AM. Mads might just be a chess clock whisperer.
Opponents beware: whether facing familiar rivals or fresh challengers, Mads’ recent battles illustrate a curious mix of mercy and menace — with some adversaries seeing win rates as low as 0% (ouch!) and others as high as 100% (impressive!). The secret opening repertoire remains classified — call it ‘Top Secret’ — but with over 2200 blitz games, it’s clearly a cage full of tricks.
Off the board, one can only imagine Mads’ blend of humble grit, keen mind, and sly humor — because to conquer the kingdom of 64 squares, you need all three. Whether you’re a fellow IM aspirant or a casual chess lover, Mads Vestby-Ellingsen’s journey is an inspiring reminder that chess is as thrilling as it is cerebral, and sometimes, a little bit hilarious.