Torbjorn Ringdal Hansen: The Grandmaster with a Winning Smile
Meet Torbjorn Ringdal Hansen, a chess virtuoso who earned the prestigious title of Grandmaster from FIDE. Known for his tactical wizardry and psychological resilience, Torbjorn has danced with checkmates and emerged victorious time and again, proving that chess is not just a game but an art form — with a dash of humor.
Career Highlights & Style
From rapid to blitz, bullet to daily, Torbjorn has mastered every time control chess lovers throw at him. His rapid rating peaked impressively at 2451 in 2020, and in blitz, he flirted with the dizzying 2660 ceiling in 2023. When it comes to bullet games, his top rating crossed 2400, showing he's quick on his feet (or fingers).
A true strategist, Torbjorn boasts an average game length of nearly 64 moves winning, showing patience and precision. His early resignation rate is a humbling 1.7%, meaning he fights tooth and nail before conceding—a true warrior on the 64 squares.
Playing with Grit and Wit
Torbjorn has an astonishing 79.55% comeback rate, battling back after adversity with the heart of a lion and the coolness of a cucumber. When he loses a piece, his win rate shoots to a perfect 100%. Clearly, giving up material is just a plot twist in his epic chess saga. Opponents beware: once he’s on the board, he’s your toughest puzzle.
Opponent Records & Psychology
With a tilt factor of 7, Torbjorn keeps his cool better than most when the stakes are high. The mind games are strong here, but his 20.65% higher win rate in rated versus casual games says this Grandmaster thrives under pressure — or maybe just really hates losing his rating points.
Fun Facts & Trivia
- Longest winning streak: A staggering 54 games — that's more than enough to make you question your life choices mid-match.
- Daily games win rate: An eye-popping 89.3%, no wonder the daily realm fears him.
- Peak blitz rating: 2660 — which explains why his opponents swear he's part human, part chess engine.
- Favorite time to crush opponents: Between 12 pm and 3 pm, when his brain operates at grandmaster-level horsepower.
Beyond the numbers, Torbjorn Ringdal Hansen is a living legend: a player whose game blends deep calculation, psychological tenacity, and just enough humor to remind you that at the end of the day, chess is a great adventure — even if you're the one getting checkmated.
