The concept is starting to take shape, and this evening offered much more than just the tournament.
(Rating based on chess.com or fuzz-rating)
BEGINNERS:
0 – 999
CHALLENGERS:
1000 – 1599
EXPERTS:
1600 – 2199
The first number indicates the number of people, while the percentage shows the share of the total of 43 participants.
BEGINNERS
15 – 35 %
CHALLENGERS
24 – 56 %
EXPERTS
4 – 9 %
Newcomers
17 – 40 %
Students
9 – 21 %
We introduced two new faces at this event: Ingrid and Helene, who both took charge of the evening. Ingrid co-hosted the tournament with Gary Andrés, while also leading interviews throughout the night alongside Helene, who handled the Instagram stories.
But what a vibe Ingrid brought.
If you were there, you probably remember her notable presence — the positivity, humor, and the way she carried the room. She had jokes ready all evening, and more importantly, she knew how to share that energy with everyone around her.
At one point, she asked Iver Flem in front of the whole crowd: “What’s better — sex or chess?”
Iver answered: “Sex.”
She laughed and replied: “I mean… it depends on the position.”
Such a funny chess-joke, and you could tell people didn’t expect that one — like “did she really just say that?
That’s just Ingrid, all about good vibes.
Cut Corners was a key part of the night.
With his organic sound — blending organic house, Middle Eastern elements, and jungle-inspired textures — he gave the entire evening a distinct feel. Warm, rhythmic, and grounded.
Cut Corners has been part of the Fuzz journey since 2022 — from early tournaments to multiple Chessraves — and that continuity shows. There’s a clear identity in what he does, and it fits naturally into what FUZZ BLITZ LOUNGE is becoming.
All games were run through Fuzzbeta, with FUZZ-member Mikael Gundersen managing pairings and results live throughout the evening — giving the entire tournament a smooth and continuous flow from round to round.
Mats Eide (2051) went a perfect 8 out of 8 — a dominant run that never really slipped. With this, he secured his fourth Fuzz tournament win, further establishing himself as the player with most tournament-wins at FUZZSJAKK.
Behind him, Truls Dybvik (2100) claimed second place after another strong performance, leaving the evening with a brand new DGT-board..
But the night didn’t end with the standings.
The two met again in a final on the large 3D-printed board — a one-meter setup with oversized pieces, surrounded by spectators. The setting shifted the focus, slowed the moment down, and gave the game a different kind of weight.
Mats closed it out there as well.
Beyond the top, the tournament created its own set of stories.
Iver Flem (583) delivered the biggest surprise of the night — gaining 139 rating points and finishing 4th overall in only his second appearance.
Iver took down Truls Dybvik (2100) in a game that shifted quickly. A missed queen fork gave Iver the opening he needed — and once the attack started, it didn’t stop.
Truls later summed it up simply:
“He played well. I missed a queen fork, and suddenly the attack was just there. I underestimated it.”
Another standout story was Daniel Andre Edvardsen.
After finding Fuzz through Google, he flagged a potential security issue on our website — something we’re very grateful for. As a thank you, he was given free entry for the rest of the semester.
Daniel, entering with a 670 rating, won 5 out of 8 games and finished 11th — one of the strongest overperformances in the field.
Terje Hjerpbakk (1490) secured 3rd place with 6 points, marking his best result so far after joining Fuzz in 2024.
Geir Engtrø (800) stood out as the best newcomer, finishing 5th overall.
The field itself reflected a strong mix.
43 players in total, with around 40% new participants, and a clear majority from the Challenger class. A structure where different levels met — but competed on equal terms throughout the evening.
The night closed with a prize ceremony led by CEO Gary Andrés Chinga.
Mats Eide took home 800 NOK and a free event of choice at Spektrum later this year, while Truls Dybvik received a DGT board.
Nights like this are what it’s all about.
We’re truly grateful to have the opportunity to do this. At the core, it’s about having fun — and creating a social, open space where people feel welcome.
Chess brings people together. The music and energy around it shape the experience. And all of you are what make Fuzzsjakk come alive.
Thank you to everyone who showed up.
We hope to see you again on April 17th for the next
FUZZ BLITZ LOUNGE.
Mats Eide has now competed in 14 FUZZSJAKK events, and this marks his fourth tournament win — further establishing himself as one of the most consistent players in the format.
With a perfect 8/8 score, he claimed the FUZZ BLITZ LOUNGE title, winning every round and beating Truls Dybvik (2100) in the final on the large 3D board.
Prize:
800 NOK + one free event of choice at Spektrum
Best Game: Round 1
Mats Eide (2051) – Truls Dybvik (2100) — 1–0
One of the defining moments came already in Round 1, where Mats defeated one of the highest-rated players in the field, Truls Dybvik. A result that set the tone for the rest of his perfect run.
Truls Dybvik has now competed in 12 FUZZSJAKK events.
With 6/8 points, he secured 2nd place in this edition of FUZZ BLITZ LOUNGE — delivering strong performances throughout the tournament and staying in contention until the very end.
He also advanced to the final on the large board, where he faced Mats Eide in a rematch from the opening round.
Another solid result, and a performance that reinforces his level.
Prize:
DGT Board
Best Game: Round 6
Truls Dybvik (2100) – Julian Moe-Tilset (1708) — 1–0
One of Truls’ strongest performances came in Round 6, where he defeated Julian Moe-Tilset — a solid and experienced player in the field. A controlled win at a key point in the tournament.
The defining game of the night came in the final round.
Iver Flem, entering as one of the lowest-rated players in the field, faced Truls Dybvik — one of the tournament’s top performers. What followed was a sharp turnaround. A missed queen fork gave Iver the opening he needed, and once the initiative shifted, he committed fully.
The attack built quickly, and despite the rating gap, Iver never let the position slip. He converted the opportunity with confidence, securing one of the most surprising results of the night.
After the game, Truls summed it up simply:
“He played well. I missed a queen fork, and suddenly the attack was just there. I underestimated it.”
A result that captured both the unpredictability of the format — and the kind of moments that define a night like this.
Points out of a total of 8 possible