Thomas Roussel-Roozmon GM

Thomas Roussel-Roozmon (Thomas_RR)

Grandmaster Extraordinaire & Blitz Wizard

Meet Thomas Roussel-Roozmon, the chess Grandmaster whose blitz games resemble a lightning storm on a checkered board. Earning the prestigious GM title from FIDE, Thomas blends precision, speed, and an uncanny knack for endgames—because apparently, the game's not over until the 80th move (on average)!

Rating Highlights

• Peak Blitz Rating: 2610 (September 2024) — clearly, Thomas doesn't just move quickly, but also thoughtfully.
• Peak Bullet Rating: 2571 (May 2019) — showing that when the clock ticks down, Thomas ticks up!
• Peak Rapid Rating: 2588 (December 2023) — proving that whether it’s rapid or not, this player stays rapid-fire sharp.

Playing Style & Stats

Thomas’ signature style? An 80.8% frequent endgame approach that could put Shakespeare’s drama to shame. With an average winning game lasting about 77 moves, patience and precision are key — and maybe a bit of theatrical flair. Early resignations? A mere 0.9% (because giving up early is just rude, especially when you’re a Grandmaster).

On white pieces, Thomas wins 63.27% of the time. On black? Even better — a sizzling 65.37%. Apparently, being second to move doesn't mean second best.

Blazing Through Time Controls

Blitz is Thomas’ playground, boasting a blistering 106 wins out of 153 "Top Secret" opening games with an impressive 69.28% win rate. Bullet battles are a bit bloodier but still dominant with over 140 wins and a 61.02% success rate. Rapid games? 66.67% win rate with the same mysterious opening – proving versatility with a twist of wizardry.

Noteworthy Rivalries & Opponents

Thomas has tangled most frequently (and often triumphantly) with players like isaiahdaniel (though his win rate there is a humbling 38.1%), marctylerarnold, and dulemudule. Against some opponents, Thomas is unbeaten, holding a perfect 100% win record against many challengers — a relentless predator on the virtual battlefield.

Psychology & Peak Hours

While Thomas’ tilt factor is a modest 5 (some call it Zen master calm, others just sheer focus), the best time to challenge him is... well, never, but if you must: 6 AM, where he sports a perfect 100% win rate. Night owls beware — the 0 hour slot boasts nearly 80% wins!

Victory Snapshot

In a recent spectacular blitz duel against gabduschew on September 10, 2024, Thomas sealed the game with a memorable checkmate, showcasing strategic mastery over the King's Indian Attack — further evidence Thomas dances through complex positions with elegant inevitability.

When losing, it’s usually a hard-fought battle with very few one-sided drubbings (only 1.8% such losses), meaning Thomas battles until the last pawn falls or the clock runs dry.

Summary

With a longest winning streak of 17 games and a near-impenetrable fortress in blitz and bullet, Thomas Roussel-Roozmon isn’t just a chess player — he’s a blitz legend in the making. Whether casually crushing opponents or strategizing for hours, Thomas reminds us all: the game is as much a mental marathon as it is a sprint... unless it’s bullet, then it’s mostly a sprint.