Arthur van de Oudeweetering IM

Profile: Arthur van de Oudeweetering (TUURSOME)

Title: International Master (FIDE)

Arthur van de Oudeweetering, known online as TUURSOME, is a chess player who walks the line between relentless strategist and unpredictably entertaining tactician. Holding the prestigious title of International Master, Arthur’s journey is peppered with come-from-behind wins and battles fought with remarkable perseverance.

Playing Style & Strengths

Arthur prefers the long haul, with an endgame frequency of 82.8%, proving that patience is more than a virtue—it's a way of life. On average, Arthur’s wins play out over about 65 moves, while losses drag on for roughly 83 moves, a testament to his never-say-die attitude.

Early resignations are non-existent in his games; Arthur fights till the last piece drops. His comeback rate is an astonishing 86.8%, and if a piece is lost, he somehow turns that setback into an instant win—boasting a perfect 100% win rate after losing material. Opponents beware: giving him a piece might be the worst gift you can offer.

Performance Highlights

• Rapid Chess: Peaks at 2355 (2021), holding a steady average around 2280 in recent years.
• Blitz Chess: Maximum blitz rating of 2401, with a typical win rate hovering just above 40% over 78 games.
• Favorite Opening: A "Top Secret" arsenal that keeps opponents guessing – possibly because Arthur refuses to share the secret.

Rivalries and Friendships

Among Arthur's most frequent sparring partners is "thecheesykid," against whom his win rate is a modest 42%. Other notable opponents include "ariel_n_aton" and "dulger," where Arthur’s results oscillate between fierce competition and occasional mercy. Some players, like "kwatarza" and "yuri61," have learned the hard way that facing Arthur is a 100% win-risk situation—for him.

Chess and Humor

If games were movies, Arthur’s would be thrillers with unexpected plot twists: debates over whether he plays like a calculating grandmaster or a sneaky trickster remain open. And while his tilt factor is a humble 6, indicating a cool demeanor, word on the street is that his coffee intake rises exponentially after brutal blitz sessions.

When and How to Catch Him

Arthur prefers to challenge opponents on Thursday and Friday, days when his win rate nudges above 50%. His peak chess hours are surprisingly diverse—from the ungodly hour of 1 AM (where his win rate is a perfect 100%) to evening battles around 21–23 PM. Perhaps the best advice is to avoid playing him at 15:00, when his 75% win rate means you’ll be handing him trophies.

In all, Arthur van de Oudeweetering is a player who embodies resilience, surprise, and plenty of top-secret chess wizardry. Opponents who face him should bring their A-game—and maybe some popcorn, because his games are anything but dull.