Meet Michael Sidler, aka NoNameForMe
Michael Sidler, or as the chess boards know him, NoNameForMe, is a resilient and clever chess enthusiast with a knack for thrilling finishes and a notable persistence in the game. His chess journey is a rollercoaster of impressive peaks and daring comebacks, all sprinkled with a good dose of strategic humor.
Rating Journey & Style
Starting from modest beginnings, Michael has steadily climbed the ranks, achieving his peak rapid rating of 1910 in May 2025—a milestone proving he’s no pawn in the game of chess. His blitz skills peaked at 1803 back in March 2020, while his bullet and daily ratings have seen equally respectable peaks, showing his versatility across all time controls.
With an average game length of roughly 63 moves for wins and 58 for losses, Michael clearly enjoys deep strategic battles and has a penchant for endgame mastery (61.7% usage!). But beware: he’s known for a notorious tilt factor of 58, so if you catch him before his afternoon coffee break (his best time to shine is around 2 PM), you might witness his best chess!
Performance Highlights
- A witty comeback artist, boasting a 77.95% comeback rate after falling behind
- Win rate with White pieces stands at a confident 52.83%, slightly better than his Black at 48.56%
- Loves anonymity or simply the element of surprise, as reflected in his favored “Unknown Opening” in rapid and blitz games
Record and Rivals
Over his career, Michael has played over a thousand games with a healthy wins-to-losses ratio, including more epic wins in blitz and bullet formats. True to his username, many of his openings keep opponents guessing, but when he drops his bombs, they tend to be deadly: checkmates outnumber resignations in his wins, proving he prefers knocking over kings with style, not surrender.
His toughest opponents include the likes of “siwaaaaaa” and “levink05,” but he has also conquered many foes in spectacular fashion, including a perfect 100% win record against several seasoned players. Most recent games show Michael’s sharp tactical eye and a flair for finishing strong—just check out his latest glorious checkmate delivered at 24 moves!
Latest Victory Snapshot
In one of his most memorable recent games, Michael (playing under the enigmatic NoNameForMe) delivered a stunning checkmate in a Queens Pawn Opening Tartakower Variation. His aggressive knight maneuvers and precise rook work forced the opponent into checkmate in just 24 moves, a clear testament to his strategic depth and flair for dramatic conclusions.
Watch the game
Fun Facts
- Claims a 2.57% early resignation rate—because sometimes even geniuses know when to fold 'em.
- Balances intense tactical play with a good sense of humor (and occasional rage quits).
- Has a curious win rate peak at oddly specific hours, so set your clocks to 14:00 if you want to challenge him!
Whether you’re playing against Michael Sidler or watching his games, expect a chess player who mixes strategic seriousness with a light-hearted approach—and always keeps you guessing with “NoNameForMe.”
