Mohamed Hussam

Mohamed Hussam: The Chessboard Biologist

Meet Mohamed-Hussam, a chess player whose rating growth over the years has been as dynamic and fascinating as the process of mitosis itself—constantly dividing and conquering the chessboard space with increasing precision. Starting in 2023 with modest rapid and bullet ratings in the 800s and breaking 1500+ by 2025, Mohamed’s progression suggests a player evolving at a cellular level, mastering new strategies and adapting like a true grandmaster in the making.

In the intricate ecosystem of chess, Mohamed's preferred openings are like specialized enzymes catalyzing critical reactions: his love for the Caro Kann Defense (with a win rate hovering around 56-58% across formats) is his signature defense mechanism, while his trusty Alapin Sicilian Defense boasts an impressive ~83% win rate in rapid games, proving that he knows how to keep his game well-oxygenated under pressure.

His tactical awareness is no small feat either—a comeback rate of nearly 78% indicates Mohamed can regenerate his position almost like a starfish. And when losing a piece, his win rate skyrockets to almost 100%, showing unparalleled resilience. He isn’t a player who simply incubates mistakes; instead, he adapts, fights back, and checks mates opponents with the precision of a scalpel.

Mohamed’s games are lengthy and cerebral, with an average of about 61 moves per win and a similar count per loss, indicating his endurance and preference for deep strategic battles rather than just short-term bursts—much like the slow, steady process of cellular respiration fueling his performance.

On the psychological front, Mohamed keeps his cool most of the time with a tilt factor of 21, showing some vulnerability to the emotional ‘virus’ of frustration, but nothing a good ‘check’ from his inner coach can’t cure. His endgame frequency is high at 65%, suggesting he’s comfortable in those 'final stages' of the match—that crucial phase where many falter but Mohamed thrives.

Off the board, his record against opponents ranges from 100% victories over several recent challengers to some tougher matches with close rivals, revealing a well-balanced competitive nature that’s anything but dormant. With steadily increasing ratings and a diverse repertoire, Mohamed Hussam’s game is an evolving organism that’s difficult to predict but exciting to watch—and just like in biology, every move is part of a larger, beautiful design.

“In the great game of life and chess, Mohamed proves that growth, resilience, and adaptation are the keys—not just to survival, but to checkmate.”