John Ludwig IM

John Ludwig - International Master Extraordinaire

John Ludwig, often known in the virtual battlefield as sloppydogg, holds the prestigious title of International Master granted by FIDE. A seasoned chess competitor, John is as comfortable dispatching opponents with lightning-fast blitz games as they are navigating the deep complexities of rapid matches.

A Game of Speed and Strategy

John’s blitz career is nothing short of electrifying. With a peak rating climbing as high as 2645 in 2022 and a win rate hovering around a respectable 56% over nearly a thousand games, John has shown that speed combined with precision pays off. Whether it’s a tense bullet showdown or a rapid game, John’s mastery shines—especially in bullet where they boast a phenomenal 85.7% win rate over 21 games. Talk about ripping through the 64 squares!

Not Just Fast, But Smart

With an average of nearly 65 moves per win, John isn’t just a quick finisher; they’re a patient strategist, thriving in the endgame stage, which they reach an impressive 72.78% of the time. The numbers show a fierce comeback ability—after losing a piece, John wins over 93% of the time, displaying nerves of steel and tactical brilliance.

Human After All

Even the finest knights stumble. John’s tilt factor is a modest 6%, revealing that occasionally, the 50/50 split in rated versus casual games can ruffle their feathers. But with a longest winning streak of 16 games and a psychological resilience that helps keep them rallying back, John is a force to be reckoned with.

The Opponents’ Nemesis

Among many foes, John boasts an outstanding record against a wide variety of challengers—whether it’s giving chaosinpalmbeach an 89.5% run for their money or maintaining perfect wins against stalwarts like rigelstar and jazzatom, John isn’t picky when it comes to dismantling defenses. But beware anitgajwa and rasan04—they seem to have cracked the code to thwart John’s onslaught!

Playing Times & Personality

John prefers the limelight of early evening, with a surprising 100% win rate at 7 AM—perhaps a morning coffee-induced genius? Sundays and Wednesdays are their lucky days, with over 58% wins consistently. Yet, don’t mistake calm for dull: John’s game is a rollercoaster of tactical awakenings and strategic insight, peppered with a dash of humor, as the Twitter handle @sloppydogg might suggest!

In sum, John Ludwig’s chess journey is a testament to speed, strategy, and unyielding spirit. Whether they’re blitzing across the board or playing a slow burn endgame, opponents can expect the unexpected—and a serious challenge.