Meet Sim Maerevoet
Sim Maerevoet, better known as minisim to online opponents, is a FIDE International Master with a very big appetite for chess. With thousands of games logged and a style that blends deep opening knowledge with cheerful chaos, Sim has become the kind of player opponents remember long after the last move.
Playing Style
Sim is not afraid to leave the theory books behind. As White, the Amar Gambit is a signature weapon, appearing in hundreds of blitz battles. As Black, Sim leans on the reliable Caro-Kann Defense and the sharp Alekhine Defense, often turning solid positions into complicated fights. This mix of offbeat and classical makes every game a puzzle.
- Longest winning streak: 18 games
- 87% comeback rate
- 53.3% win rate after losing a piece
- 84% of games reach the endgame
- Winning games average about 79 moves
- Even losses last about 90 moves, because Sim does not go quietly
Favorite Time Control
For all the blitz fireworks, Sim's preferred time control is Daily chess. In the fast world of online chess, Sim still appreciates the joy of a move that simmers overnight. Daily games bring out the patient, calculating side of this International Master.
Signature Rivalries
If there is one opponent who knows Sim's chess soul, it is Warre De Waele. Their 207-game rivalry has produced everything from blowouts to grindfests, with warre holding a slight edge overall. Sim has also traded wins with regulars like pleasedontmateme5 and Nguyen Anh Dung, proving that online chess is full of familiar faces.
Opening Repertoire
Sim's opening repertoire is a museum of interesting choices. The Sicilian Defense appears often on the black side, and Sim handles it with a perfect 100% win rate in rapid play. The Amar Gambit remains the crowd favorite, though, because it turns the first move into an adventure. Add the Alekhine Defense to the mix and you have a repertoire that is difficult to prepare for and easy to enjoy.
Career Snapshot
- FIDE International Master title
- Peak blitz rating: 2920 (2026-01-20)
- Toughest stretch: 7 losses in a row
- Most common checking piece: the rook
- Best playing hour: 18:00