Sam

Profile Summary: Wh1t3H0rse (aka Sam)

Meet Wh1t3H0rse, also known as Sam — a cunning chess enthusiast who dances across the board with a mix of tenacity, quirky openings, and a knack for time-related shenanigans.

Rating Rollercoaster

Sam’s chess journey is nothing short of an emotional rollercoaster. With a current peak rapid rating of 1362 (achieved in early 2021) and a blitz best of 1335, it’s clear that when he’s on fire, the pieces just can’t catch him. Bullet chess, however, is a different story — with a max rating of 1106, which definitely reflects his lightning-fast reflexes... or occasional impetuous blunders in the heat of the moment.

Playing Style & Quirks

Not one to shy away from a challenge, Sam often wields the Van ’t Kruijs Opening like a seasoned pro, boasting an impressive 100% win rate in this tricky line during daily and bullet games. He's also a fan of the legendary King’s Gambit—where he’s undefeated—proving he’s a bold adventurer who lives life on the edge, even sacrificing a pawn or two for glory.

Interesting tidbit: Sam has an early resignation rate of just over 8%, meaning he rarely throws in the towel too soon. Instead, he fights fiercely — sometimes throwing in a cheeky sacrifice or two and leaving opponents wondering if it’s genius or madness (spoiler: usually a bit of both).

Stats Spotlight

• Longest Winning Streak: 7 games (talk about momentum!)
• Longest Losing Streak: 6 games — a testament to resilience rather than doom.
• Average Moves per Win: ~54 moves, showing stamina and strategic depth.
• Comeback King: Winning 57% of games where down on material — Sam never quits!
• Preferred Time to Play: 7 PM — when the stars align and the queen reigns supreme.

Noteworthy Opponents

Sam’s most frequent sparring partner is the elusive boebieschoice, with 15 intense encounters that have Sam holding a respectable ~47% win rate.

A Memorable Recent Victory

In one of Sam’s latest bullet masterpieces, he expertly navigated the King's Gambit, outlasting his opponent HMSTG and securing victory on time — a thrilling conclusion fitting for this daring player.

Behind the Scenes

Despite occasional losses—sometimes on time (we’ve all been there)—Sam shows remarkable resilience, bouncing back with strategic tweaks and a touch of psychological warfare. His tilt factor is impressively low (just a 6), proving he keeps his cool even when the pawns start to misbehave.

All in all, Wh1t3H0rse is a player who combines youthful enthusiasm with surprisingly mature tactical awareness. Whether it's a blitz brawl or a slow daily struggle, Sam brings heart, humor, and just the right amount of unpredictability to every game.

Chess players beware: underestimate Sam at your own peril — he rides the board like a White Horse charging into battle!