Anthony Pompilio

Anthony Pompilio

Known in the chess world by his online alias XWhitesnowX, Anthony is the embodiment of the classic battle between dogged persistence and chaotic brilliance. With a peak rapid rating of 962 achieved back in March 2021, Anthony’s gameplay is an intriguing blend of tactical flair and moments of dramatic upheaval. His journey through the pawns, knights, and bishops is anything but mundane.

Over hundreds of rapid games, Anthony has embraced the struggle with a razor-thin edge in his record: 264 wins, 268 losses, and 38 draws. There is a certain charm in his willingness to tango evenly with the opposition – sometimes coming back stronger from material loss, thanks to a mighty 62.5% comeback rate, making him the dark horse of the rapid format.

But beware, the road isn’t always smooth: he’s suffered through a 7-game losing streak, balanced by a commendable 6-game winning run. Anthony’s psychological tilt factor is modest, showing that even when the chess gods frown upon him, he doesn’t lose his cool easily.

When it comes to style, Anthony does not shy away from the long haul. His average victory spans nearly 49 moves — a testament to his love for the endgame grind, which he encounters in nearly 57% of his matches. He’s not one to resign early either, with a low early resignation rate of just under 2%.

Fuelled by a mysterious affinity for dawn battles, his best playing hour is at the crack of 6 AM — when most mortals are still dreaming, Anthony is out there calculating queen sacrifices and knight forks with enviable precision.

Favorite Openings & Performance

Anthony’s opening repertoire is shrouded in mystery (or let's say Top Secret), but his win rate there hovers just below 50%, showing that the element of surprise may be his best weapon.

Recent Battles

His most recent win was executed with classic XWhitesnowX creativity, claiming victory by resignation after a tense 48-move joust featuring daring queen maneuvers and strong positional play. Conversely, his latest setbacks — including a checkmate loss in December 2021 — highlight the ruthless efficiency of opponents who refuse to give mercy.

In the grand chessboard of life, Anthony Pompilio is a steadfast warrior: perhaps not a grandmaster just yet, but the true spirit of the game beats passionately in every move he makes.