Roi Yehoshua

Roi Yehoshua (roiyeho)

Meet Roi Yehoshua, a chess warrior whose journey on the 64 squares is nothing short of epic — with a twist of humor and a sprinkle of daring gambits.

Rating & Stats

From a modest 1400s blitz rating in 2012 to a blazing peak blitz rating of 2201 in early 2023, Roi has proven to be a relentless competitor. Bullet play isn't far behind, peaking at a swift 2162. When it comes to rapid chess, Roi dazzles with a max rating of 2183, showing that good things come to those who don’t just blitz but also think a bit longer.

Playing Style & Psychology

Known for finishing games with a modest ~75 moves on average when winning, Roi's style could be described as patiently persistent. Despite a low early resignation rate (only 0.89%), Roi sometimes enjoys a cheeky comeback, boasting an impressive comeback rate at nearly 84%. And if the psychological battlefield was a chessboard, Roi's tilt factor of 12 might just mean a few frowns but plenty of smiles overall.

Favorite Times & Moves

Wondering when to catch Roi at their best? Around noon (12:00) seems to be the magic hour — perfect for a coffee, some lunch, and delivering checkmate. Beware playing on Friday though; that day sports the lowest win rate (~46%).

Opening Repertoire

Roi’s openings are an enigma even to top grandmasters, labeled "Top Secret" in blitz and bullet games — a fitting name for a player whose opponents often face unexpected twists. However, in rapid chess, Roi embraces some classics like the Scandinavian Defense and the Danish Gambit with zeal, securing wins more than half the time.

Record on the Battlefield

After tens of thousands of games, Roi has scored more wins than losses in blitz (17,167 wins vs. 16,623 losses), and bullet is almost evenly matched (2,024 wins vs. 1,883 losses). As a chess gladiator, Roi’s longest winning streak is a solid 14 games, while the toughest times have seen a 12-game skid. But with a current winning streak of 2 and zero losses on the trot, Roi is clearly riding a wave.

Opponent Highlights

Roi has faced some opponents repeatedly, including gmcorrales with 355 clashes, and kept a commendable winning record against many challengers. Some foes are a breeze, with Roi scoring a 100% win rate over several, while others give more resistance—because what’s chess without a little spice?

Memorable Recent Games

Some highlights from the last few games:

• Victory by resignation playing Black in a fierce Danish Gambit battle (2025)
• A sharp win with White exploiting the King’s Pawn Opening – Qh5 and queen captures galore (2025)
• Checkmate blogging from a Scandinavian Defense, proving once again that early queen adventures can pay off (2025)

And When Things Don’t Go Roi’s Way…

Even the best have bad days! The recent losses include classic tactical melees ended by checkmate or time scrambles, reminding us that chess is unforgiving but fair.

Fun Facts

• Roi's comeback ability after losing material is almost 46%. Better luck next move, opponent!
• Most games end by resignation – proving Roi can grind out wins or get 'em to quit.
• Playing blitz or bullet? Roi's game count easily tops 35,000 matches — a true chess marathoner.

In sum, Roi Yehoshua (roiyeho) is not just a formidable chess player but a strategic adventurer who plays with heart, humor, and a hint of mystery. Watch the clock and brace yourself – the game’s about to begin!