About Trym Sørsdal
Trym Sørsdal is a dedicated chess player known for his love of bullet chess and a solid foundation in blitz and rapid formats. Although not a grandmaster yet, Trym's journey through various time controls has shown steady improvement and commitment to the game.
Playing Style
Trym demonstrates a strong tactical awareness with a resilience that's evident in an impressive comeback rate of over 84%. He enjoys lengthy battles with an average of 66 moves per win and prefers steady, calculated play, often averaging captures around the 6th move. However, he's also known for a fair share of early resignations, showing he's not afraid to cut his losses when outplayed.
- High Endgame Frequency: 75% of games reach the endgame
- White pieces Win Rate: 48.8%
- Black pieces Win Rate: 46%
- Average Moves Per Win: 66
- Average Moves Per Loss: 77
Strengths & Performance
Trym thrives in rapid chess with a strength-adjusted win rate of over 53% and holds a solid win rate in bullet and blitz games as well. His peak ratings highlight his growth:
- Peak Rapid Rating: 1995 in April 2024
- Peak Blitz Rating: 1883 in December 2024
- Peak Daily Rating: 1903 in October 2023
- Peak Bullet Rating: 1522 in May 2025
Trym’s preferred openings include the Caro-Kann Defense and the London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation, with respectable win rates against strong opposition.
Notable Achievements
- Accumulated 5957 wins in blitz and over 560 wins in daily games.
- Strong record against frequent opponents like "thechessgrater" with a nearly even score.
- Longest winning streak of 21 games.
- Known for a tactical mindset with a 44.29% win rate after losing pieces, showcasing great fighting spirit.
Fun Facts
- Trym's best time of day to play is remarkably early: 6 AM. The early bird catches the chess worm!
- Despite a “Tilt Factor” of 13, he manages to keep his cool and keep returning to the board for more battles.
- His games average more moves when he loses than when he wins, so he really doesn’t give up easily.