Hannes Stefansson GM

Hannes Stefansson: The Grandmaster with a Tactical Flair

Hannes Stefansson, known online as TheRobot72, is a formidable Grandmaster recognized by FIDE. With a chess résumé as sharp as his nickname suggests, Hannes blends strategic depth with a playful fighting spirit on the 64 squares.

Rating and Style Highlights

Reaching peak blitz elo of 2639 in April 2025 and a rapid rating high of 2783 back in 2019, Hannes is no stranger to quick, intense battles. His blitz games often feature heaps of sharp tactics, evidenced by a remarkable 88.46% comeback rate and a habit of bouncing back with wins even after losing a piece (54.44% win rate in such scenarios).

Playing Personality

Clock management? Check! Early resignations? Rare, at just 4.76%. Endgames? Frequent and lengthy—Hannes grinds through positions with an average of 80 moves per win. His style boasts a slightly better success with Black (56.38% win rate) compared to White, defying the usual "White advantage" superstition.

Opening Quirks and Secrets

Some players stick to classical openings, others like to keep secrets. Hannes plays the "Top Secret" opening with a win rate north of 60% in blitz—his very own weapon of mass confusion. He’s also a connoisseur of Scandinavian and English variations, often surprising opponents who try to prepare. Sicilian Taimanov, Norwegian Palme gambit? Been there, sometimes victorious there.

Track Record & Rivalries

With over 150 blitz games recorded, Hannes has secured 92 wins, 54 losses, and 13 draws. His longest winning streak stands tall at 10 games, but his competitive fire also drives resilience through a longest losing skid of 6—because even robots have their off days.

Among his frequent foes, he holds his own admirably against foes like “gmvignirvatnar” (85.7% win rate) and "gummigisla" (71.4%). However, some players like “bobbybunny” remain firmly elusive—Hannes is still hunting that first win.

Memorable Recent Battles

In a recent blitz war against “Torosyan_chess” (rated 2793!), Hannes masterfully clinched a win by resignation, showcasing his prowess in the English Opening - Four Knights Korchnoi Line. This game highlights not only his high-level calculation but also his knack for pressing pressure until his opponents wave the white flag.

Chess Life: When Does He Shine?

Fun fact: Hannes seems to enjoy the midnight oil, boasting perfect win rates at the witching hours of 0:00 and 1:00 AM. On Thursdays, his win rate shoots up to a staggering 90%, suggesting that’s prime "Grandmaster grind" day.

In Summary

Hannes Stefansson is a chess Grandmaster who treats the game as both an art and a science, mixing solid fundamentals with sneak attacks and clever psychological ploys. Whether grinding long endgames or crushing foes in rapid-fire blitz duels, TheRobot72 never fails to entertain – and occasionally tilt the competition. Just remember to avoid playing him on a Thursday night!