Tor Fredrik Kaasen - International Master
Tor Fredrik Kaasen, also known online as TorFredrikKaasen, is a formidable International Master (IM) who dances deftly across the chessboard, blending tactical genius with the poise of a grandmaster in the making. With a peak blitz rating soaring to an impressive 2953 in November 2023, Tor Fredrik has carved a niche in rapid and blitz formats, proving that speed and precision are not mutually exclusive.
Career Highlights
- Title: International Master awarded by FIDE
- Peak Ratings: Blitz: 2953, Bullet: 2929, Rapid: 2531
- Longest Winning Streak: 11 games (because who doesn’t love a good streak!)
- Notable Openings: Has an affection for Caro-Kann Defense Exchange Variation and impeccable 100% win records in the Kings Indian Defense Fianchetto Karlsbad Panno Uhlmann Szabo System and Torre Attack Fianchetto Defense. Even if the opening name sounds like a tongue twister, Tor Fredrik makes opponents dizzy in no time.
Playing Style & Stats
Endgames? Loves them! Tor Fredrik’s endgame frequency ticks a solid 86.3%, proving patience is a virtue on the 64 squares. Average moves per game hover around the 80+ mark, reflecting deep strategic battles rather than quick skirmishes.
With a comeback rate of 90.1%, Tor Fredrik can snatch victory even after setbacks — a true chess gladiator.
While most players tilt when the going gets tough, Tor Fredrik’s “Tilt Factor” is a modest 10, showing ice-cold nerves peppered with just enough spice to keep things interesting.
Recent Memorable Games
In May 2025, Tor Fredrik delivered a checkmate masterclass using the Caro-Kann Defense Exchange Variation. After a series of clever sacrifices and relentless pressure, a neat Rxe6# sealed the deal. If chess had cheerleaders, they would've been chanting "Ka-aasen! Ka-aasen!"
Fun Facts
- Tor Fredrik’s best time of day to play? Bright and early at 6:00 AM — the chessboard’s version of “rise and shine.”
- With over 2900 wins in blitz alone, Tor Fredrik could probably teach a masterclass titled "How to Blitz Your Way to Glory."
- The player often tackles “Unknown Opening,” turning even the most mysterious positions into triumphs.
Whether battling fierce opponents or dodging tricky gambits, Tor Fredrik Kaasen continues to prove that chess is as much an art as it is a science — with a splash of humor and heaps of heart.