Biography
FM Símon Þórhallsson is an Icelandic chess player known for his calm, methodical approach and a love affair with long, thoughtful duels. Awarded the FIDE Master title by FIDE, he has carved out a solid niche in weekly online battles and daily practice, where patience often wins the race. He favors the Daily time control, embracing its steady tempo as a perfect stage for deep calculation and quiet humor at the board.
As a competitor who blends steady discipline with a touch of adventurous spirit, Símon has become a familiar name to followers of online circles who enjoy a well-placed fortress and a timely kingside breakthrough.
Career highlights
- Holder of the FIDE Master title from FIDE.
- Peak Blitz rating reached 2679 in August 2025.
- Longest documented winning streak: 23 games.
- Strong performer across multiple time controls, with notable activity in Daily chess.
Playing style and openings
Símon is known for a measured, strategic mindset with a knack for turning small advantages into lasting pressure. He enjoys a balanced repertoire, with particular activity in the Sicilian family and allied systems, often steering complex positions where incremental improvements matter.
- Sicilian Defense: Closed — 414 games, 49.76% win rate.
- Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack — 283 games, 51.94% win rate.
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation — 258 games, 45.74% win rate.
- Czech Defense — 255 games, 55.29% win rate.
- Caro-Kann Defense — 228 games, 49.12% win rate.
Further profile
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