Paul Billion

Paul Billion - The Chess Enthusiast from Edegem

Meet Paul Billion, known online as paul-Edegem, a chess player whose journey is as fascinating as a queen’s diagonal sweep across the board.

Since 2014, Paul has been steadily navigating the 64 squares, starting his Daily Chess career with a solid rating hovering around 1700. While he has experienced the inevitable ups and downs, his dedication shines through with a remarkable overall win count of 1630 wins against 1261 losses and 195 draws. Not bad for someone who probably still wonders if the "En Passant" is a new French dish.

Playing Style & Strengths

• Resilience: With a comeback rate nearing 69% and a perfect 100% win rate after losing pieces, Paul is the underdog everyone loves to root for.
• Endgame Master: He reaches endgames in over 71% of his games – which means he’s comfortable fighting tooth and nail in the trenches.
• Patience: His average winning game lasts about 56 moves, but when things go south, he drags out the agony for 75 moves on average. Someone enjoys the suspense.
• Opening Secret Agent: Nearly all of his games are played with "Top Secret" openings – a mystery that even James Bond would envy.

Rating Journey

Paul’s rating peaked around 1770 in 2015 but has gently glided down to about 1200 by 2025—a journey as unpredictable as a thriller novel’s plot twists. His blitz and rapid ratings show flashes of excellence and competitive spirit, with his rapid rating peaking at 1574 in 2023.

Psychological Profile & Fun Facts

With a low tilt factor of 10, Paul rarely lets frustration get the better of him. He’s probably the kind of guy who sips coffee calmly while his opponent panics over a blunder.

He tends to perform best on Sundays and in the late evenings, where his win rate skyrockets to an impressive 79% at midnight. Night owl or chess wizard? You decide.

Notable Streaks & Records

His longest winning streak stands at a respectable 12 games, and he’s currently riding a 2-game winning streak – so maybe it’s time to stock up on popcorn and watch Paul in action.

Favorite Opponents

He has a soft spot for certain players, holding a perfect 100% win record against some recent opponents like bartitootje and cicerochess14. However, others—like lulas62—are his kryptonite (0% wins). Such is the drama of competitive chess.

In sum, Paul Billion is a player who combines grit, mystery, and a touch of fun in his approach to chess. Whether it’s daily battles or rapid skirmishes, he remains a force to reckon with on the board – and definitely someone who can make a "Top Secret" move right when you least expect it.