Tong Xu WIM

Tong Xu (aka shelley_xu) – Woman International Master

Meet Tong Xu, a chess warrior wielding the prestigious title of Woman International Master granted by FIDE. Whether it's blitz or rapid, Tong plays with a sizzling mix of tenacity and tactical wizardry that would make even Magnus pause his morning coffee.

Playing Style and Strengths

Tong's games are a thrilling rollercoaster, with a comeback rate of nearly 88% and a knack for turning losing-piece positions into wins over half the time. Long endgames? Bring it on! With a stunning 91.5% endgame frequency, Tong prefers squeezing out every advantage till the bitter end — because every pawn counts in the grind.

Average moves per victory? A marathon 88 moves, definitely not a sprint. Opponents beware: resignation is a common fate, but checkmate wins add extra flair, proving Tong’s games rarely end quietly.

Statistics Snapshot

• Peak Rapid Rating: 2065 (September 2021)
• Peak Blitz Rating: 2046 (August 2021)
• Blitz Win Rate: 69.23% over 26 games
• Rapid Win Rate: 40% over 20 games

Tong’s blitz style is especially impressive — winning more than two-thirds of games using the eclectic "Top Secret" opening (whatever that means, but it sounds mysterious and effective). When playing the rapid format, those opening strategies might be slightly less secretive, but the magic still happens.

Fierce Rivalries and Notable Performances

Tong has danced across the board with notable usernames like lemo2210 and jerryjojokutti evenly matched, while spectacular victory rates against opponents such as stefan_bo and akgupt12 show a fierce competitive edge.

Best Time to Challenge Tong

Looking for that perfect moment to challenge Tong? Try 17:00 — it's their peak strategic hour, boasting a perfect 100% win rate in games played at this time. Late risers and early birds might want to rethink their schedule!

The Last Victory Highlight

In a recent rapid battle against Valy02chess, Tong demonstrated crystal-clear positional dominance and tactical precision, culminating in a graceful resignation victory. The game, played with the Sicilian Defense: Open Classical Variation, showcased Tong’s stellar preparation and nerves of steel across 52 moves.

In Summary

Tong Xu is not just a titled player; they’re a chess tactician who thrives on endurance, comebacks, and the occasional dose of psychological warfare (with a tilt factor low enough to suggest good sportsmanship... most of the time). If you want fast-paced excitement, Tong’s blitz games bring the heat, but if it’s a drawn-out strategic contest, their rapid endgames will keep you on the edge till the very last move.

Keep an eye on Tong Xu — their chessboard adventures are anything but predictable!