Rosa Ratsma - Woman International Master (WIM)
Known in chess circles by the username roos96, Rosa Ratsma is a formidable Woman International Master whose strategic mind and tactical awareness have made her a rising star on the chess scene.
Career Highlights
Rosa's journey through the ranks reflects a steady ascent, especially in rapid and blitz formats. With blitz ratings hovering around the 2000+ mark and rapid peak ratings near 2350, Rosa demonstrates formidable speed and precision. Her impressive longest winning streak of 13 games is testament to her relentless focus — she might even forget to eat if she's on a roll!
Playing Style
Rosa is a meticulous player who enjoys long endgames, with over 76% of her games extending into the endgame phase. She averages about 71 moves per victory, meaning she's happy to slowly grind out a win rather than rely on quick tricks. Her white pieces bring her a robust 69.4% win rate, though she remains a solid competitor with black too.
Tactical Skills
Known for incredible resilience, Rosa boasts a 79% comeback rate and a flawless 100% win rate after losing a piece — clearly, losing material only fuels her fire. Rosa's opponents are wise to be wary of any early piece grabs, as she turns disadvantages into victories with uncanny flair.
Opponent Interactions
While some opponents have managed to evade her deadly grip, others have become her favorite targets. Rosa holds a perfect win record against several players including rootje8, austen48, and m-a-g-g-i-e, among others. However, despite many attempts, she has yet to crack the code against maaikee — the rivalry continues!
Fun Facts
- She never resigns early – giving her opponents false hope until the very last move.
- Friday is undoubtedly her lucky day, boasting an impressive nearly 90% win rate.
- Her blitz games sometimes resemble a rollercoaster: from a highest rating of 2159 to a surprising dip at 1679, she bounces right back up like a chess superhero.
Whether it's blitz or rapid, Rosa Ratsma's combination of tactical brilliance, psychological resilience, and an almost comical ability to win after losing material makes her a player to watch and a joy to follow.