Roman Golubev (aka Rhemmy)
International Master of Chess
Roman Golubev, known online as Rhemmy, is not just your average chess player—Roman proudly holds the esteemed title of International Master, as awarded by FIDE. While some players aim for world domination, Roman aims for complete control over the board, one sneaky fork and brilliant tactic at a time.
Rating Highlights
- Peak Blitz rating: 2520 (April 2021) – fast fingers and furious moves!
- Peak Bullet rating: 2417 (May 2021) – lightning-fast decisions with razor-sharp precision.
- Peak Rapid rating: 2223 (December 2020) – graceful and thoughtful, like a ballet on the chessboard.
- Peak Daily rating: 1899 (May 2020) – consistent and steady performance in longer games.
Playing Style & Strengths
Roman is a master of the "Top Secret" opening, a mysterious weapon in their arsenal, boasting a respectable win rate above 50% across Blitz and Bullet games and an impressive over 70% in Rapid and Daily formats! Their games tend to be marathons rather than sprints, with an average of over 77 moves per win.
Known for an endgame frequency of over 81%, Roman’s games often push into the later stages where their tactical awareness really shines. The comeback rate of nearly 87% proves their resilience—losing a piece isn’t a death sentence here, just a new challenge!
Roman’s psychological game might need a little work—there is a small tilt factor of 9, so don’t be surprised if they mutter something about “blundering a knight” after a tough loss. But hey, who doesn’t have their off days?
Memorable Streaks
Roman once enjoyed a 20-game winning streak—a streak that surely made opponents reconsider their move choices before even sitting down.
Recent Adventures
In their latest battles on the virtual battlefield, Roman (Rhemmy) showcased both brilliance and humility:
- Latest victory: Delivered a swift checkmate against an opponent named
Parasectwith tactical precision in the Alekhine’s Defense. - Latest defeat: Succumbed to a clever checkmate by
Tooth_Masterin a sharp French Defense variation—proof that even the best can be outfoxed.
Fun Facts
- Roman’s strongest playing hours? Early afternoon and late evening, with a remarkable 72% win rate at 16:00!
- When the clock hits 04:00, it might just be Roman’s secret weapon hour—yes, they’ve got the highest thrill level at this odd time.
- They have a surprisingly low early resignation rate (only 1.08%), showing true grit: Roman fights on until the bitter end... or until the coffee runs out.
In summary, Roman Golubev isn’t just playing chess—they’re living it. Whether blasting through Blitz games faster than a speeding bullet or grinding out intense Daily matches, they prove that dedication, style, and a bit of mystery in openings can make any chess journey legendary.