Tamas Banusz

Tamas Banusz is a Hungarian Grandmaster with a peak FIDE rating of 2641 and a member of the Hungarian Olympic team. Before becoming a content creator, he spent several years as a second to top-10 player Richard Rapport, giving him an inside view of elite chess preparation that he now brings to his streaming audience.

After parting ways with Rapport, Banusz turned to streaming, fulfilling what he describes as a long-held dream. He built his Twitch following quickly, gaining over 3,000 followers in less than a year and earning a spot in the top ten chess streamers of 2025. His Chess.com username is "bancsoo" and his Twitch handle is gmbancsoo.

In April 2025, Chess.com named him Creator of the Month, recognizing his rapid growth and his approach to streaming: thoughtful, high-level commentary aimed at players rated 2000 and above. His coaching sessions are among the most sought-after for serious improvers looking for GM-level insight.

Banusz is also active on Lichess and maintains an elite chess training profile. His content balances deep analysis with genuine enthusiasm, making GM-level thinking accessible without dumbing it down.