Shams Ahmad

Shams Ahmad: The Rapid Renegade

Meet Shams Ahmad, or as the online chess world knows him, shams1977. A player whose journey through rapid chess is nothing short of a rollercoaster - but one that mostly soars rather than plunges. Since 2023, Shams has fiercely battled across 43 games with the enigmatic opening dubbed "Top Secret," boasting an impressive win rate of over 74% — proving that some secrets are worth keeping.

Known for a surprisingly low tolerance for early resignations (zero!), Shams prefers to squeeze every last drop out of the endgame, appearing in over 37% of his matches. The average number of moves before Shams declares victory? A solid 45, but when things go south, he valiantly drags out the fight up to 61 moves on average, refusing to concede easily.

With a tactical mind sharp enough to score a perfect 100% win rate even after losing a piece, Shams is the ultimate comeback kid, bouncing back in over half of those dire situations. This fighting spirit manifests in a striking 13-game longest winning streak and a currently sizzling streak of 5 wins in a row.

Shams shines brightest on Tuesdays at 100% and early mornings around 8 AM, where winning feels as easy as breathing. If you ever face him on a Thursday or Monday, be warned — he’s cruising at nearly 86% win rate. Fridays? That’s his “let’s throw some curveballs” day, with a humbler 37.5% win rate to keep opponents guessing.

And don’t get us started on his rivalry with ez2025. With 27 clashes under his belt, Shams has dominated with a staggering 92.6% win rate, leaving only crumbs for his worthy adversaries. Other foes fare less lucky, especially leighhyah, who has yet to score a win.

Strategic, stubborn, and mysteriously secretive in his opening moves, Shams Ahmad is a player who loves a good challenge — and maybe a little bit of chess drama. If you play him, remember: those early disadvantages might just be setups for his ultimate triumph. Welcome to the world of shams1977, where losing a piece is simply the start of the comeback story.