Player Profile: 17000mph
Meet 17000mph, a chess warrior who’s been toggling through pawns and knights since the late 2000s with a style as fast as their name suggests—well, almost. While 17000mph might not literally zoom across the board, this player’s games display a steady climb of grit, determination, and the occasional tactical surprise.
Rating Journey
Starting off at a modest Daily rating around 1148 in 2008, 17000mph reached their peak Daily rating of 1494 in October of the same year — a meteoric rise reminiscent of a rook on a clear file. Subsequent years saw a rollercoaster of highs and lows, with ratings generally settling around the 1100-1300 range. Their Blitz and Bullet play peaked just above 1000, showcasing a speed-chess spirit, but always with room for those classic "wait, what just happened?!" moments.
Playing Style & Tendencies
Notorious for an Early Resignation Rate of 6.02%, 17000mph displays a healthy respect for chess realities — sometimes it's just better to conserve energy for the next battle than to watch the queen get captured! Their games average around 45 moves, showing stamina and a knack for prolonged battles. Opponents beware: this player’s comeback rate sits at a fierce 65.98%, proving resilience isn't just a word in their chess dictionary—it's a way of life.
White pieces bring slightly more smiles, with a 44.77% win rate compared to 40.85% on Black. Their favorite moment of day to flex those muscles? 3 PM sharp—perhaps fueled by coffee or sheer stubbornness.
The Stats and Laughs
- Longest Winning Streak: 9 games (Nine knights dancing in a row!)
- Longest Losing Streak: 24 games (A humbling knightmare, but all part of the journey)
- Total Daily Wins: 655 with 922 losses and a rare 18 draws. Hey—every loss is just a setup for a comeback!
- Win rate against top opponents varies, but 17000mph is undefeated against a handful of lucky rivals. Quite the selective sharpshooter!
Memorable Battles
Among the epic skirmishes, one stands out: a clever victory on time against overlived using an Owells Defense (B00), featuring sharp tactics and a victorious pawn push by move 7. Though not every battle was won, each loss taught invaluable lessons—like resigning gracefully and the pain of time trouble losses.
In Summary
17000mph is the epitome of a dedicated player who loves the game’s challenges and quirks. Not every game is a smooth drive at 17000 miles per hour, but every move is an adventure—and every opponent is a worthy competitor. Whether it's grinding through a daily long game or darting in a bullet blitz, 17000mph continues to chase improvement and enjoy every check, capture, and occasionally, that spectacular blunder.
“Fast or slow, every journey starts with a pawn push.”
