Grandmaster Paul Phoenix
If chess had a Mount Rushmore, PaulPhoenix87 would be the fiery phoenix rising above the rest! Earned the prestigious title of Grandmaster from FIDE, Paul has scorched his way through the blitz and bullet arenas with a combination of precise calculation and blazing tactics.
Rating Glory & Style
Peaking at an astonishing 2802 blitz rating in June 2018, Paul mastered the art of rapid-fire chess with an average white win rate of 55.62% and black win rate of 54.65%. He isn’t just about quick moves; boasting an endgame frequency of 85.42%, this GM loves to grind out those winning positions when the clock ticks down.
Known for a cheeky early resignation rate of just 0.34%, Paul shows that he's rarely shaken — except maybe when the coffee runs out.
Blitz & Bullet: A Wild Ride
Paul's win/loss/draw record reads like the stats of a gladiator in the online colosseum: over 1850 wins in blitz with a healthy win rate of 53.42% using the elusive Top Secret opening (nice try on that one!). In bullet, his win rate skyrockets to nearly 70%, proving he’s the terror of the lightning-fast games with 288 wins and only 115 losses.
Mighty Streaks & Psychological Warfare
When on a roll, Paul’s longest winning streak hit 25 games — that’s enough to sweep nearly any online tournament. His tilt factor hovers at a modest 8, meaning a bad beat barely rattles his cool. In fact, his favorite battle time is oddly specific: 4 a.m., when probably the caffeine kicks in and his tactical awareness peaks.
Recent Battles
Paul's latest victories are no joke either. Just on July 5, 2018, he triumphed with a swift victory over BM_on_ICC in a Petrovs Defense skirmish — winning on time after a thematic middle-game struggle. But even the mighty GM knows the sting of defeat, as evidenced by his recent losses where opponents managed some devastating checkmates. All part of the game, and Paul always returns stronger!
Friendly Rivalries & Adversaries
Paul has tangled the most with maitreia, with a commendable win rate above 60% against this familiar foe. He’s also locked horns with scores of other competitors, carving memorable battles and proving time and again why he deserves his title.
In Short
Paul Phoenix is a chess Grandmaster with the heart of a competitor and the spirit of a phoenix — rising, attacking, and blazing trails in every time control. With a mix of relentless tactics, psychological resilience, and a look that says “Did you really think you could beat me that easily?” Paul continues to be a force to reckon with on chess.com and beyond.