Toomas Valgmae (Raud100)
Candidate Master of Chess
Toomas Valgmae, better known to the online chess world as Raud100, is a formidable Candidate Master who blends tenacity with tactical alertness. With a blitz peak rating soaring over 2600, Toomas could probably beat you before you finish ordering your coffee—if you dare challenge him at hyper-speed chess.
His chess journey is a rollercoaster of astonishing highs and the occasional humbling loss, but with a comeback rate of an impressive 87%, giving up is clearly not his style. Toomas is known for an analytical and persistent approach, averaging over 77 moves per win, proving he enjoys the long battles filled with strategy and cunning.
A master of the blitz arena with over 45,000 games played under his belt, he is equally comfortable navigating labyrinthine openings like the Pirc Defense Classical Variation with a win rate near 62%, or unleashing surprises from the Nimzo Indian Defense. His repertoire is top secret, but it's clearly a treasure trove of hard-to-crack maneuvers.
On the psychological front, Toomas battles the infamous "Tilt" factor with humor—and a tilt rate of just 14%. His best time to strike? 3 AM, when the chess gods and caffeine truly align. Whether it's sharp exchanges or complex endgames (he loves the endgame with an 84% frequency!), he's always plotting his next move while the rest of the world sleeps.
Off the board, Toomas is probably plotting a witty comeback for his next game or rehearsing a legendary victory speech. Whether you face him online or over-the-board, expect a fierce competitor who knows when to resign early and when to hunt for the checkmate that seals the deal.
Feeling brave? Check out one of his recent triumphs where Raud100 crushed the opposition in a thrilling battle of wits and stamina: Past Victory Game.