Matthew Williams - aka "Malchiram"
Meet Matthew Williams, a chess enthusiast who's been duking it out on the 64 squares for well over a decade. Starting his Blitz journey with a rating of 1333 in 2010, Matthew has experienced the highs and lows any true chess warrior faces—plunging to lows around 700, clawing back to peaks above 1300, and maintaining a steadfast love for fast-paced games.
Playing Style & Stats
- Blitz Dreams: With over 80,000 Blitz games played, Matthew’s record is almost photographic in its balance: 41,773 wins, 42,276 losses, and 3,175 draws. That’s a lot of thrill, breakdowns, and "Oops, my bad!" moments.
- Rapid Talent: Although Rapid games number a mere 60, a 56.7% win rate suggests Matthew is no stranger to serious competition when the clock ticks a bit slower.
- Bullet Bravery: Bullet appears to be the wild west here with just 3 games played—and despite a rocky start with no wins, don’t count him out yet!
- Daily Grind: Daily chess, a peaceful break? Maybe, but Matthew’s 18% win rate on that front tells us not every slow-and-steady game ends well.
Chess Openings
Mysteriously, Matthew’s performance with Top Secret opening repertoire is solid across all time controls – nearly 48% win rate in Blitz and upward of 56% in Rapid. Whatever his secret is, it’s working!
Noteworthy Stats & Trivia
- Longest Winning Streak: 29 consecutive wins—a decade's worth of patience and stamina distilled into one incredible run.
- Current Streak: Plus one—hey, every grandmaster’s gotta start somewhere!
- Psychology of Play: A tilt factor of 20 means Matthew manages to keep his cool, rarely flipping the board in a fit of rage.
- Comeback King: A tactical brain with a come-from-behind win rate of 91.6%, proving that even when the chips (or pawns) are down, Matthew’s not out.
Style that Commands Respect
Matthew’s games feature long endgames (89% of the time) and have a modest resignation frequency (0.62% early quits), embodying a fighter’s spirit. With average moves per win around 81 and per loss at 90, he clearly values chess as a mental marathon, not a quick sprint. White pieces bring him slightly better fortune (49.3% win rate) than black (46.5%), but hey, every side’s a battlefield.
When Does Matthew Play Best?
Surprisingly, his best hours are around noon and early afternoon, boasting over 50% win rates. Saturdays reign supreme for his chess exploits with nearly 49% victories. Guess that’s the perfect day for checkmates and ultimate glory.
Final Insight
Matthew Williams is your friendly neighborhood chess gladiator mixing serious tactics with a dash of humility and a chuckle for every blunder. His journey is a testament that persistence beats perfection, and that sometimes, the secret sauce is simply loving the game a bit too much.
