Benjamin Gledura - Grandmaster Extraordinaire
Meet Benjamin Gledura, a chess virtuoso known on the digital battlefield as promen1999. Awarded the prestigious title of Grandmaster by FIDE, Benjamin doesn't just play chess—he dances a complex ballet of strategy, sacrifice, and slick tactics that would make even the most seasoned opponents sweat.
Starting with humble beginnings around 2013 with blitz ratings just shy of 1800, Benjamin's meteoric rise in the chess world has been nothing short of phenomenal, soaring to a peak blitz rating over 3000 in late 2024 — a number that sounds like the score of an intergalactic video game rather than a chess rating! His rapid and bullet prowess are no joke either, boasting peak ratings north of 2800 and 2600 respectively, proving his skills are equally sharp when the clock ticks faster than a caffeine-fueled squirrel.
On average, Benjamin plays some marathon battles, averaging over 80 moves per win — clearly, he likes to keep the crowd on the edge of their seats! His endgame frequency is impressively high at nearly 84%, showcasing patience and mastery in turning the tide just when others have given up hope. Moreover, his comeback rate hovers around a dizzying 88%, meaning if you manage to snag a piece from him, don’t celebrate just yet — he might still come back and haunt your king.
Benjamin's chess philosophy includes a bit of early resignation, at less than 1% (he knows when to save energy for the next war), and a psychological tilt factor modest enough to keep his cool under pressure. With peak win rates hitting nearly 48% as White and 43% as Black, and an uncanny knack for winning 60% of the games against lower-rated opponents, he flexes both confidence and sportsmanship.
His opening repertoire? Oh, it's as mysterious as “Top Secret,” with over 4000 games played in blitz alone under that category—whether it's the Indian Game or the subtle nuances of the Caro-Kann Defense, Benjamin knows how to keep his rivals guessing. Facing him means preparing for a wide array of strategic surprises that could include the Reti, Sicilian, or even the elusive Kings Fianchetto.
Off the board, Benjamin is as calculating as on it—his best times to strike are mid-mornings to early afternoons, when his win rates spike, suggesting that this Grandmaster might be fueled by a perfect mix of strong coffee and sharp tactics. Beware if you challenge him around 2 PM to 3 PM; his win rate in that hour hits an eyebrow-raising 55.9%—clearly his brain cells are firing at their finest.
Recent battles have been fierce and thrilling. In May 2025, Benjamin clinched a graceful victory with the black pieces in a King's Indian Defense, resignations and calculated pressure hounding his opponents into submission. Yet, even the mightiest falter: a tough loss to Nihal Sarin reminded everyone that even Grandmasters sometimes have to bow out, proving chess remains a game of endless growth and humility.
So whether it's blitz, bullet, rapid, or the slower daily grind, Benjamin Gledura is a chess force to be reckoned with—an intellectual gladiator navigating the 64 squares with grace, grit, and just the right amount of cunning mischief. Opponents beware: when promen1999 is on the board, you're not just playing a game; you're stepping into a storm of mind-bending brilliance!