Roel Lubbers – The Gambit Enthusiast with a Taste for Drama
Meet Roel Lubbers, also known in the chess circles as roellubbers, a player whose passion for the 64 squares is rivaled only by his impressive stamina and a penchant for fiery openings. With a peak rapid rating of 716 achieved in April 2023, Roel is a tenacious competitor who battles hard in every game and never shy away from sharp, tactical play.
Roel’s style can be summed up as a thrilling rollercoaster ride. Quick wins, dramatic comebacks, and occasionally a heartbreak loss show he’s not just playing chess – he’s living it. His longest winning streak stands at 13 games, while he also knows the pain of a 10-game losing streak, proving that in the game of chess and life, resilience is key.
Chess Preferences and Style
- Favorite Openings: Roel loves to stir the pot with openings like the King's Pawn Opening and Alekhine’s Defense, boasting nearly a 50% win rate with these aggressive choices.
- Playing Style: High risk, high reward. Roel has a relatively low early resignation rate of just under 4%, showing he’s in for the fight until the very end.
- Endgame Experience: Loves it! With an endgame frequency near 58%, he’s comfortable navigating those complicated final stages.
Statistical Snapshot
Over thousands of rapid games, Roel has racked up a solid 3,525 wins against 3,725 losses and 250 draws. His daily chess performances shine as well, peaking at a rating over 600, highlighting his adaptability across formats. Blitz and bullet chess may be a tougher battleground, but Roel’s enthusiasm never wanes — he’s in it for the challenge and the fun!
Intriguingly, Roel has a Comeback Rate of nearly 69%. Meaning if you take a piece off his board, don’t get too comfortable – he just might turn the tables and checkmate you when you least expect it.
Memorable Games
In May 2025, Roel delivered a beautiful checkmate victory against BetterCallWho, fully embracing the King's Pawn Opening’s chaotic charm – a fitting testament to his love for tactical skirmishes. Even in defeat, like in a recent game against josphine66, Roel never loses his fighting spirit, proving his battles are always worthy of respect.
Off the Board
When not chasing pawns or plotting middlegame tactics, Roel might just be the guy testing chess engines or concocting fresh opening novelties that keep opponents guessing. With a tilt factor of 10, he’s got the human touch too — experiencing the emotional highs and lows only a dedicated chess player can appreciate.
Whether you find him strategizing at 7 AM (when he boasts a formidable 51.85% win rate) or pushing pawns past midnight (his “best time to play” being midnight), Roel Lubbers reminds us all why chess is a game of passion, patience, and sometimes, pure unpredictability.
