Davíð Kjartansson IM

Davíð Kjartansson - International Master Extraordinaire

Meet Davíð Kjartansson, a formidable International Master whose chess prowess is as consistent as a well-oiled Rook on an open file. Whether blitzing through time controls or grinding out long daily games, Davíð has proven time and again that patience, tactical dynamism, and the occasional dash of Icelandic stubbornness make for a dangerous opponent.

Career & Playing Style

Holding the prestigious IM title from FIDE, Davíð combines deep endgame knowledge (he dives into endgames in nearly 79% of his games) with an uncanny ability to come back from tough positions — boasting an impressive 81% comeback rate after falling behind. His chess philosophy? Never surrender early, because even a seemingly lost position might just be an invitation to a brilliant turnaround.

His average games are marathons rather than sprints, lasting about 74 moves whether he wins or loses — a sign of a dogged fighter who’s in it for the long haul. Early resignation is almost nonexistent, clocking in at under 2%, because Davíð likes to wring every bit of juice out of each position. Whether wielding White or Black, his win rate hovers around 50%, showing balanced strength on both sides of the board.

Performance Highlights

• The bullet bulletstormer: peak bullet rating at a blistering 2651, with over 800 wins! (He must have lightning-fast fingers and nerves of steel.)
• Blitz sharpness: Reached a peak rating of 2473, maintaining a strong win ratio in over 300 blitz games in 2023.
• Rapid rebirth: Achieved an outstanding rapid peak rating of 2705 in late 2023 — talk about turning up the heat!
• Daily grind: Consistent performance improving steadily, peaking at 2271 early 2024.

Notable Stats & Fun Facts

With a longest winning streak of 26 games, Davíð’s ability to sustain form is legendary. But beware: his longest losing streak runs up to 21 games, which shows even legends have their off days (or maybe he occasionally experiments with some “creative” gambits). His tilt factor stands at a manageable 21, so while he might sigh at a blunder, he’s rarely rattled for long.

Strategic preferences include the mysterious and highly successful "Top Secret" opening in blitz and rapid, which nets him a win rate north of 66%. No one outside Davíð’s inner circle knows exactly what moves that entails — but opponent beware, it's highly effective!

Recent Memorable Victory

Just in January 2024, Davíð closed a spectacular game against a strong titled opponent known as "Octopus" with a swift checkmate using the Pirc Defense — demonstrating killer instinct and tactical precision even under time pressure. You can check the detailed moves here.

Personality & Approach to Chess

Known in chess circles (and online streams) as TheChessKitchenTwitch, Davíð mixes serious study with a fun-loving attitude. Chess for him isn’t just about ratings, but the thrill of the game — savoring each move like a gourmet meal, and throwing in the occasional spicy gambit for flavor.

Whether battling in bullet, blitz, or classical formats, Davíð Kjartansson crafts his games with the precision of a master chef and the heart of a warrior. Keep an eye on this Icelandic marvel — his journey on the 64 squares is only heating up!