TJ Pham

TJ Pham (owotj): The Rapid Rising Rook

In the bustling world of rapid chess, TJ Pham (aka owotj) has carved out a niche as a cunning tactician and sometimes amusing opponent. A 2023 rapid rating peak of 555 isn't just a number—it's a testament to their fiery ambition and relentless pursuit of victory across 19 games.

With a solid win rate of 63%, TJ favors the mysterious but effective "Top Secret" opening, a strategy so secret we can only assume it involves spies, codewords, or at the very least a sneaky knight hop. Their longest winning streak of five games shows they’re capable of putting pressure on foes until the queens come knocking.

Playing Style & Stats

• Early resignation rate: 20%—sometimes knowing when to fold 'em is a strategy in itself.
• Endgame play: Ever patient, TJ sees nearly 37 moves to victory on average, showing stamina and focus.
• Win rate with Black pieces: A commanding 77.78%—clearly their dark squares are shining bright.
• Win rate after losing a piece: 100%—because who doesn’t love a good comeback story?

Opponent Encounters

TJ’s opponents have a love-hate relationship with the player. While they dominate with 100% win rates against boczekakademia and vvivis_ct-inactive, some rivals like pootericodico and d0nkye manage to keep TJ on their toes. Most recently, TJ faced a colorful cast including salmaanslemang and argelzchess with varied results.

Chess by the Clock

Whether it's grinding through a perfect Wednesday session (100% win rate) or fighting Friday’s 16.67% luck dip, TJ proves adaptability. Early mornings and late afternoons appear to be their sweet spots, boasting 100% win rates at 1 AM and 5 PM hours, while dawn hours can be a bit rough.

The Mind Behind the Moves

With a tilt factor of just 2, TJ keeps a cool head under pressure—though they do concede a few one-sided losses (20%) when the chess gods are just not smiling. Rated battles distinctly suit their style better than casual games, as evidenced by a sizable 63% win rate difference.

TJ Pham is more than a player; they’re a story of resilience, secret openings, and a flair for dramatic comebacks. Watch this space; their rapid ascent is just getting started.