Veronika Exler WIM

Veronika Exler (aka Vroni-Pfefferoni)

Woman International Master (WIM)

Meet Veronika Exler, a chess maestro who wears the Woman International Master title from FIDE like a badge of honor – or perhaps more accurately, like a sharp bishop lurking in the shadows, ready to strike when you least expect it.

Playing Style & Strengths

Known for an impressive endgame frequency of 75%, Veronika plays with a patient, strategic mindset, stretching games to an average of 70.1 moves per win – a clear sign she’s not one for quick tricks. Her white pieces wield a formidable 75% win rate, while black pieces still hold their own with a respectable 50% win rate. Early resignations? Not on her watch – she fights till the end without throwing in the towel prematurely.

Her tactical awareness shines through with a staggering 90% comeback rate. Lost a piece? Don’t worry, Vroni often turns the tables with a 60% win rate even after losing material. Opponents beware – this is a player who does not give up easily!

Rapid & Blitz Power

While Veronika may not blitz through her games recklessly, her rating history shows serious prowess:

• Blitz Peak: 2084 (July 2018)
• Rapid Peak: 2251 (August 2020)

Her blitz opening? A classified "Top Secret" weapon with a cool 75% win rate. No spoilers here, but it clearly keeps foes on their toes! In rapid games, she’s slightly less predictable but still wins over half her matches in the opening phase.

Memorable Moments

One of her finest rapid victories came down to an exhilarating battle in an Italian Game (Hungarian Defense), where Vroni’s subtle pressure forced her opponent to resign gracefully. Rated 2251 at the time, she showed poise and precision against a 1560-rated adversary, proving that experience and clever strategy triumph.

Performance Quirks & Fun Facts

• Best time to challenge her: Around 11:00 AM, when her win rate often hits the perfect 100% mark (or close enough to brag about).
• Happy days on the board: Saturdays are her lucky charm, boasting a flawless 100% win rate.
• Opponent favorites: She has a cozy winning record against "themayster1" with 66.67% and a perfect 100% win rate over some others. However, beware if you’re "zvaigznite" or "sunnika" – these pesky opponents have caught her off guard more than once.
• Rating rollercoaster: Dominates opponents rated below her with a flawless record, but grapples with higher-rated adversaries, where the scoreboard reads 0% wins and some tough losses.

Despite a rather low "tilt factor" of 2 (yes, she keeps her cool way better than your average chess player who just spilled coffee on their scoresheet), Veronika keeps pushing boundaries and sharpening her game. Whether in rapid or blitz or on a quiet Friday with a 75% win rate, Vroni-Pfefferoni is a name worth remembering.

In short: Veronika Exler is that rare type of player who combines resilience, strategic ingenuity, and a smile that says, “Bring your best game, I’m ready.”