Radu-Cristian Toma: The International Master Extraordinaire
Meet Radu-Cristian Toma, a chess player who doesn't just play the game – they dance across the 64 squares with the grace and precision of a grandmaster in training. Holding the prestigious title of International Master from FIDE, Radu is no stranger to outwitting opponents while keeping a cool head (tilt factor of just 6, for those who count).
A Blitz and Bullet Wizard
With a blitz rating skyrocketing from the modest 1900s in 2017 to a blistering 2417 in 2024, Radu’s rapid-fire moves reflect a player who’s mastered the art of speed and strategy. And if blitz isn’t enough adrenaline, how about a bullet rating of 2841? Yes, you read that right. One game, one win, and a rating that could challenge some of the fastest brains on the planet.
Playing Style: Endgame Enthusiast and Comeback King
Radu’s games tend to be a marathon, not a sprint, averaging over 80 moves to victory. They love the endgame — diving deep into the intricate dance of kings and pawns with an impressive frequency of nearly 90%. And with a comeback rate of 92%, this player proves that losing a piece is just an invitation to mount a spectacular comeback. Oh, and once a piece is lost, Radu wins 100% of the time after that. Take that, pessimists!
Winning Streaks and Opponent Records
Radu’s longest winning streak stretches a formidable 14 games — a testament to focus and tenacity. Against familiar foes, performance varies: dominant against opponents like dabielos (winning two-thirds of their encounters), sjmrd, and romamkh (both boasting a perfect record), but less fortunate with tintreach and lenyas66. Clearly, some rivalries are worth watching!
Psychology and Performance Patterns
Timing is everything: Saturdays are prime time with an 83% win rate, while the later evening hours around 22:00 see Radu at 85.7% success. Conversely, Friday afternoons and mid-day on certain days leave a bit to be desired. It's almost as if Radu’s brain needs a coffee break but then powers up to dominate under the moonlight.
Secret Openings and a Hint of Mystery
Radu’s choice of "Top Secret" openings across blitz, rapid, and bullet games hints at a player who prefers mystery and surprise over popular theory. Whether it’s a sly gambit or an unexpected pawn push, opponents never quite know what’s coming — which explains the healthy 50%-100% win rates across all formats.
All told, Radu-Cristian Toma is a formidable, strategic, and sometimes enigmatic force on the chessboard — a player who makes every move count, whether it's lightning-fast bullet or a marathon endgame battle. Next time you face vjkarious, be prepared for a game you won’t forget anytime soon.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| dabielos | 4W / 1L / 1D | |
| houndmouse | 0W / 2L / 0D | |
| Leonid Sokolin | 0W / 1L / 1D | |
| sjmrd | 2W / 0L / 0D | |
| hvillagra | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2841 | 2417 | ||
| 2023 | 1957 | |||
| 2022 | 1956 | |||
| 2017 | 1956 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9W / 10L / 2D | 10W / 9L / 0D | 93.7 |
| 2023 | 1W / 0L / 0D | 0W / 0L / 0D | 49.0 |
| 2022 | 2W / 0L / 0D | 2W / 0L / 0D | 60.5 |
| 2017 | 1W / 0L / 0D | 1W / 0L / 0D | 50.5 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 42 | 21 | 19 | 2 | 50.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 14 | 0 |
| Losing | 6 | 2 |