International Master Stephane Hautot (strewww)
Stephane Hautot, better known online as strewww, is no ordinary chess player—earning the prestigious title of International Master from FIDE, they've proven to be a force to reckon with on the 64 squares. Whether it's bullet or blitz, Stephane combines tactical awareness with stubborn resilience, pulling off comebacks that would make even the chess gods nod in approval.
Impressive Stats & Playing Style
- Peak Bullet rating: 2526 (Feb 2017)
- Peak Blitz rating: 2526 (Feb 2017)
- Longest winning streak: 12 games
- Win rate with White: 57.19%, with Black: 51.39%
- Early resignation rate: surprisingly low at just 1.27% (don’t expect Stephane to quit early!)
Armed with an endgame frequency of almost 85%, Stephane shows a deep appreciation for the final battle, often maneuvering with an average of nearly 80 moves per game, proving the knack for endurance and precision. When losing a piece, their win rate still holds at a resilient 52.56%. Talk about turning defeat into victory!
Famous Openings
Mysterious yet effective, Stephane’s preferred openings remain listed simply as "Top Secret" — which possibly means they're a master of surprise. With over a thousand bullet games clocked under this category, Stephane maintains a strong winning percentage in high-pressure fast games.
War Stories from the Board
Stephane's latest highlight reel includes rapid-fire victories where opponents have resigned before seeing the delicious endgame brewed up by strewww. One recent win featured a relentless assault in the Modern Defense, culminating in a graceful resignation by the opponent—because facing Stephane’s queen and bishop battery is like watching a chess opera.
Psychological Edge & Quirks
Known to maintain composure with a tilt factor of just 9, Stephane thrives during the early morning hours around 6 AM—clearly a champion who greets rooks and pawns with a fresh mind (and probably a strong espresso). Hours between 5 and 7 AM boast sky-high win rates above 65%, suggesting those are prime hunting hours on chess.com.
Against the Giants
Among regular opponents, players like grandemas and alish2 have been frequent rivals. Stephane’s win rate against grandemas stands solid at 62.5%, proving that repeated encounters only sharpen the killer instinct.
The Strewww Legacy
In the fast and furious world of online bullet and blitz chess, Stephane Hautot has carved out a reputation not just for strong technical skill but also for thrilling, nail-biting games. Whether queen sacs or pawn storms, the name "strewww" brings a shiver down the spine of many an opponent—and a wink of admiration to the chess aficionados.
Fun fact: If you see a streak of 12 wins in your opponent’s profile, it might just be Stephane warming up for another chess marathon!
Feedback for Stephane Hautot
Hi Stephane! Reviewing your recent games, I want to highlight some strengths and areas where improving will help you progress further:
Strengths
- Opening Play: Your understanding of various opening systems such as the Queens Pawn Opening and Modern Defense shows a good grasp of theory. You often develop pieces actively and seek to control the center early. That’s a solid foundation!
- Aggressive Ideas: You are not afraid to launch attacking moves like your pawn pushes (h4, h5) to gain space and destabilize your opponents’ setup. This initiative can lead to advantages if followed up accurately.
- Tactical Awareness: Your games demonstrate good tactical vision, frequently winning material and converting advantages. For example, successful piece sacrifices in attacking sequences show strong calculation skills.
Areas to Improve
- Opening Consistency: While your opening ideas are energetic, sometimes early piece retreats or moves like Nb1 as seen in your last loss, slow your development. Aim for harmonious development with minimal wasted moves to maintain pressure.
- Positional Understanding: In some games, your positioning allowed opponents counterplay, especially in middle-games. Focus on improving your evaluation of pawn structure weaknesses and piece activity to avoid losing the initiative.
- Endgame Technique: There are a few missed opportunities in winning endgames or converting advantages smoothly. Work on your fundamental endgame knowledge to convert better when ahead.
- Time Management: Occasionally, critical decisions were made under time pressure, sometimes leading to inaccuracies. Managing your clock to allow more time for complex positions will boost your performance.
Next Steps
- Analyze your losses carefully to understand where the strategic or tactical mistakes occurred—try to find alternative moves and ideas.
- Practice key endgame scenarios (king and pawn, rook endgames) to gain confidence in the final phase of the game.
- Work on your opening repertoire by focusing on a few solid openings and learning typical plans and traps.
- Try longer time controls occasionally to deepen your thinking, which can help build better habits for faster games.
Keep up the hard work, Stephane! Your games show promise, and with consistent study and practice, you’ll continue to improve and climb the rating ladder. Remember, every game is a valuable lesson.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| grandemas | 40W / 23L / 1D | |
| alish2 | 17W / 19L / 0D | |
| Rogelio Jr Antonio | 14W / 17L / 2D | |
| Tryfon Gavriel | 12W / 14L / 2D | |
| Velimir Ivic | 10W / 15L / 2D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2473 | 2429 | ||
| 2015 | 2217 | |||
| 2014 | 2244 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 397W / 296L / 38D | 372W / 308L / 48D | 84.0 |
| 2015 | 17W / 14L / 1D | 15W / 17L / 0D | 77.8 |
| 2014 | 298W / 165L / 19D | 258W / 222L / 15D | 79.4 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Defense | 107 | 53 | 48 | 6 | 49.5% |
| English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Botvinnik System | 84 | 53 | 28 | 3 | 63.1% |
| Czech Defense | 81 | 45 | 30 | 6 | 55.6% |
| French Defense | 55 | 37 | 17 | 1 | 67.3% |
| Philidor Defense | 49 | 22 | 22 | 5 | 44.9% |
| Slav Defense: Quiet Variation, Amsterdam Variation | 40 | 23 | 17 | 0 | 57.5% |
| Modern | 39 | 23 | 15 | 1 | 59.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Yugoslav Attack | 37 | 21 | 13 | 3 | 56.8% |
| Italian Game: Two Knights Defense | 33 | 19 | 11 | 3 | 57.6% |
| Alekhine Defense | 29 | 17 | 10 | 2 | 58.6% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Czech Defense | 160 | 95 | 57 | 8 | 59.4% |
| Sicilian Defense | 103 | 55 | 44 | 4 | 53.4% |
| French Defense | 60 | 36 | 24 | 0 | 60.0% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 57 | 34 | 21 | 2 | 59.6% |
| Philidor Defense | 54 | 30 | 23 | 1 | 55.6% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 54 | 26 | 24 | 4 | 48.1% |
| Amar Gambit | 52 | 35 | 14 | 3 | 67.3% |
| English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Botvinnik System | 50 | 24 | 25 | 1 | 48.0% |
| Alekhine Defense | 45 | 26 | 15 | 4 | 57.8% |
| Barnes Defense | 37 | 15 | 19 | 3 | 40.5% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 12 | 2 |
| Losing | 9 | 0 |