tomgg16

About tomgg16

In the vast kingdom of chess, tomgg16 is a daring warrior whose journey is as rollercoaster as a knight zigzagging across the board. Starting out in late 2024, tomgg16’s rapid rating was modest—hovering around 111—but like a pawn storming the seventh rank, they skyrocketed to a peak of 431 by May 2025!

Tomgg16 thrives in the realm of Rapid chess, amassing a respectable win-loss-draw record of 35-33-9 in Rapid games. Their preferred battleground? The cunning and versatile Alekhine’s Defense, where they've played 16 games with a nearly 44% win rate — and especially impressive in the Berlin Defense variation of the Bishop’s Opening, boasting a stellar 71% win success. Though the Pirc Defense remains their enigmatic foe with no wins in three attempts, every grandmaster has their Kryptonite, right?

On Daily chess turf, tomgg16 has experienced highs and lows, peaking at an impressive 751 rating in early 2025. Watch out for play during evenings—especially 6 PM, where the win rate hits a perfect 100%! Cold mornings and early dawns? Not so much. Suffice to say, tomgg16 is living proof that your best moves come after coffee and maybe a nap.

Playstyle & Quirks

• Average game length is a thoughtful 28 moves for wins, but they endure nearly 41 moves before admitting defeat—talk about perseverance!
• Frequently resigns early about 17% of the time, proving they know when to admit that “this gambit was a gambit too far.”
• White pieces bring a better win rate (~48%) compared to black, but never count out those dark squares—tomgg16 holds a gritty 39% win rate there.
• Comes back from adversity in over a third of games where a piece was lost, showing true fighter spirit.

Recent Battles

Tomgg16's recent clashes are as dramatic as a Shakespearean play. In a swift checkmate victory using the Bishop’s Opening Berlin Defense, tomgg16 delivered a queen-side surprise that left their opponent with no chance but to tip their king (see move 13. Qh7#). On the flip side, losses often come from stubborn opponents exploiting the Alekhine’s Defense Scandinavian Variation.

When faced with familiar foes like yyaazzan and dujarric79, tomgg16 has yet to clock a win, but hey, every hero has an arch-nemesis! Against fresh challengers like kamccct and automatichelp, tomgg16 is undefeated, showcasing sharp adaptability.

Final Check

Whether masterminding intricate openings or battling it out in the endgame trenches, tomgg16 is a player who mixes tactical flair with a dash of humor and resilience. The rook may move straight, the bishop diagonally, but tomgg16’s journey is delightfully unpredictable—just like their streaks: a 10-win streak here and a 14-loss slump there. All part of the grand game!

Peek into the last victorious game:

Checkmate with a Queen’s charm on June 1, 2025:

Note: Tomgg16 is the username to watch for tactical brilliance and amusing resilience on the digital chess battlefield.