09DK1824

Profile Summary: Chess Player 09DK1824

Meet 09DK1824, a passionate and resilient chess enthusiast whose journey through the 64 squares is nothing short of a rollercoaster ride. With a peak rapid rating of 1520 achieved in May 2025, this player demonstrates steady improvement and a knack for strategic play, often favoring the Top Secret opening in rapid games—a mysterious choice that keeps opponents guessing (and occasionally scratching their heads).

Playing Style and Strengths

09DK1824 combines patience with tactical awareness, boasting an impressive comeback rate of 66.6%! Not one to surrender easily, they have an Early Resignation Rate of just 3.84%, proving they fight till the last move. Their games tend to be thoughtful with an average of 67 moves per win, suggesting a love for deep endgames (which they encounter 65.63% of the time).

White pieces bring better fortunes here, with a 53.32% win rate compared to 48.37% from the black side—a slight edge that showcases strong opening preparation and endgame stamina. They’re no stranger to tilting, though, with a tilt factor of 29, reminding us all that even chess warriors have their "off" days.

Performance Overview

• Rapid: 1467 wins, 1382 losses, and 147 draws - a gritty competitor with a nearly even record.
• Blitz: 315 wins to 313 losses, balancing speed and precision on the battlefield.
• Daily: An impressive 435 wins against 228 losses, showing strategic patience pays off.
• Bullet: Although bullet chess is a rollercoaster of its own, 09DK1824 holds a respectable 136 wins to 158 losses.

Favorite Openings

09DK1824 enjoys surprising their adversaries with a diverse repertoire. Their most-played opening in rapid games is intriguingly labeled Top Secret—perhaps a secret weapon reserved for special occasions. Other favorites include:

• Owens Defense: a solid and resilient choice with almost a 49% win rate.
• King's Fianchetto Opening: slightly above 51%, showing creativity in fianchettoing dark-squared bishops.
• English Opening variations: diverse and effective, with some lines reaching a win rate above 50%.

Notable Victories and Battles

In one recent rapid showdown against Ty_kay, 09DK1824 unleashed a brilliant checkmate in just under 20 minutes, showcasing calm nerves and tactical vision, especially with a daring knight sacrifice and a queen delivery that sealed the game beautifully.

However, the chess gods have not always been kind; losses to opponents like msalmonz and newcomer43 serve as humbling reminders of the game's relentless challenge.

Quirks & Trivia

Playing chess at its best around 14:00 when their win rate peaks, 09DK1824 might just be the champion of "post-lunch brilliance." Their longest winning streak stands at an encouraging 15 games, while even a stubborn 29-game losing streak couldn’t keep them down for long.

Bonus fact: their favorite hour to play—14:00—also happens to be prime nap time for many, but not our relentless 09DK1824, who turns grogginess into tactical genius.

In Summary

09DK1824 is the kind of player who embodies the true spirit of chess—a blend of grit, creativity, and a dash of playful mystery. Whether it's rapid or daily games, bullet or blitz, this warrior of the board is always ready to take on opponents with their unique style and strategic depth. Keep an eye on them; the best moves might just be those yet to come.