Overview
Joachim Solberg (known online as solofon) is a FIDE Master celebrated for fast, fearless chess and a healthy tendency to make the clock sweat. A titled player who earned the FIDE Master title from FIDE, Joachim has become a familiar face in online arenas — especially in faster time controls where his instincts and tactical flair shine.
Preferred time control: Rapid — but don’t be fooled: his Blitz and Bullet peaks have the kind of numbers that make opponents refresh the leaderboard. For a quick visual of his Rapid progress, see .
Playing Style
Solofon mixes creative opening choices with marathon endgame stamina. He prefers dynamic, fighting positions and often converts small advantages into long, satisfying wins — the data show long average decisive games and an above-average endgame frequency.
- Sharp, tactical openings (Sicilian Alapin variants and the Amazon/Amar ideas).
- Great comeback instincts: an impressive comeback rate and a solid WinRateAfterLosingPiece.
- Endgame grinder: AvgMovesPerWin is high, meaning don’t expect quick resignations — Joachim will play you to the last pawn.
Career Highlights & Peaks
Joachim’s online peaks in faster time controls are notable — a testament to his speed-chess prowess. See his most eye-catching peaks here: 2668 (2025-01-26) and 2696 (2025-05-01).
- Known for spectacular blitz form and explosive streaks (Longest winning streak: 16).
- Exceptional resilience: one of the highest comeback rates among active online players.
Notable Openings & Repertoire
Joachim favors flexible, combative systems. He’s especially successful against and with the Sicilian Alapin (Sherzer lines) and a handful of surprise weapons when he needs to unbalance the game.
- Favorite target: Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation — lots of practice, lots of success.
- Also comfortable with the Amazon Attack, Amar Gambit, Caro‑Kann and Scotch when he wants a fight.
- Often employs the Alapin Sherzer setup as Black and as White — versatility that keeps opponents guessing.
Notable Games & Resources
A tidy example of Joachim’s practical play (fast, precise, slightly theatrical):
- Study a memorable finish: View famous win.
- Replay a typical Sicilian where Joachim grinds the initiative: .
- Rival spotlight: one of his most-played opponents is aquilesbernal, against whom he boasts a lopsided record — a rivalry worth a study.
Fun Facts & Personality
- Online handle: solofon — short, memorable, and slightly ominous when the clock hits 0:10.
- Best time to face him: around 23:00 — that’s when his WinRate spikes (and when coffee + intuition combine).
- Tilt factor: modestly human (TiltFactor: 7) — he’s competitive, but the comeback rate suggests he recovers quickly.
- If you want an optimistic stat to cheer for: long winning streaks are in his toolkit (longest: 16).
Quick Links & Terms
- Learn opening terms: Sicilian Defense.
- Check a frequent opponent profile: aquilesbernal.
Parting Note
Joachim Solberg (solofon) is the sort of titled player who proves that speed and depth can coexist: fast on the clock, long in the grind, and entertaining in the process. Whether you study his Alapin lines or watch him claw back from near-defeat, expect instructive chess with a wink.