Tompalov IM

International Master Tompalov: The Master of Top Secret Openings

Meet Tompalov, an International Master recognized by FIDE who plays chess with the speed of a bullet but a mind as deep as a grandmaster's. Whether it's blitz, bullet, or rapid games, Tompalov has proven to be a force to reckon with, achieving peak blitz ratings above 2400 and a bullet peak soaring past 2400 as well—talk about lightning-fast moves!

A master strategist with a penchant for "Top Secret" openings, Tompalov has played thousands of games under this mysterious strategy with impressive win rates: 52.8% in blitz and 55.3% in bullet. As if that wasn't enough, their rapid games boast a cheeky 60% win rate with the same secret playbook. Maybe it's less "Top Secret" and more "Top Skill"?

With over 2000 blitz games and a hearty win count exceeding 600, Tompalov’s chess journey is filled with thrilling victories and lessons learned. Known for a comeback rate near 88% and an astounding 99.76% win rate after losing a piece, this player embodies resilience and tactical wizardry — just don't ask about the rare one-sided losses, they are a mere 1.16%!

Tompalov’s playing style has a somewhat dramatic flair: an early resignation rate of less than 1%, a love for endgames (almost 77% frequency), and a tendency to finish out long, thoughtful matches averaging 70 moves whether winning or losing. White squares or black squares, Tompalov’s win rates of 56.9% and 51.9% respectively show they turn any color into winning opportunities.

Psychologically, Tompalov keeps cool under fire with a tilt factor of just 13, although even the sharpest minds lose focus sometimes. Rated games are a playground where they outperform casual matches by 21%, demonstrating that Tompalov’s competitive edge sharpens with the stakes.

Off the board, Tompalov has faced an eclectic cast of opponents—from the undefeated "cryingpawns" to the bafflingly elusive "christophercolumbuschess" who has yet to give them a win. The current streak? A modest but promising 1 game won… because every champion starts somewhere!

In short: Tompalov is a well-rounded, battle-tested player who combines speed, endurance, and secret opening knowledge with an ability to pull off thrilling comebacks. So if you’re thinking of challenging Tompalov, be ready for a game that’s as much a marathon as a sprint—and maybe expect to lose your secrets too.