Bunmi Olape (aka micfel)
International Master of Chess
Meet Bunmi Olape, a force to be reckoned with on the 64 squares, proudly carrying the esteemed title of International Master awarded by FIDE. Known by the username micfel, Bunmi has journeyed through the ranks with a blend of tenacity, tactical wizardry, and a touch of flair — because who said chess can't be fun?
Starting from humble beginnings with blitz ratings around 1800 in 2015, Bunmi's rapid ascent saw a peak blitz rating soaring to an impressive 2384 in late 2016. Not just a blitz specialist, Bunmi dabbled in bullet, rapid, and daily formats, showing a well-rounded mastery across chess time controls. Despite the challenge of rapid games (peak rating 2167), this player never backs down, exhibiting a comeback rate of nearly 85% — proof that falling down is just an opportunity to bounce back stronger.
Bunmi's style might be described as an endgame enthusiast, with an endgame frequency exceeding 78%, and an average game stretching over 70 moves when victorious. Meanwhile, psychology is clearly a strength — they have a tilt factor of just 11, managing to stay calm when the pressure mounts; the best time for a game? Apparently 1 AM, when the chess brilliance really kicks in.
The Blitz battlefield has been Bunmi's true playground, earning over 3,200 wins and an unapologetic love for all those sneaky unknown openings. Running streaks of up to 14 consecutive wins, it’s safe to say micfel is a relentless predator on the board. Their opening repertoire includes “Top Secret” strategies, which, as it sounds, remain mysteriously effective.
Bunmi's recent games are nothing short of thrilling. In a memorable encounter on April 18, 2019, micfel executed a breathtaking checkmate in just 27 moves against a strong opponent, finishing with a classic Queen sacrifice tactic that left the audience gasping for breath.
With a commanding presence online and a reputation of being both a strategist and a sportsman, Bunmi Olape’s chess journey is not just about titles and ratings — it’s about passion, resilience, and a sprinkle of chess magic. Whether blitzing at lightning speed or engaging in long, thoughtful endgames, micfel reminds us all that chess is more than a game — it’s an adventure.
