Chris O'Grady

Chris O'Grady - The Relentless 1812tankcrewman

Chris O'Grady, known online as 1812tankcrewman, is a chess enthusiast who’s been steadily clawing his way up the rating ladder since 2020. Starting his journey with a Rapid rating of 900, Chris has shown a remarkable dedication to the game with a mix of perseverance and the occasional early resignation (only 2.4% of the time!).

Known for his late-game endurance, Chris plays a strategic style that often sees him pushing through long endgames, boasting an endgame frequency of nearly 63.5%. His games tend to be a battle of stamina, with wins averaging around 54 moves and losses slightly longer at 60 moves, proving he doesn’t quit easily—well, except for those rare quick surrenders.

Interestingly, Chris seems to have an extraordinary tactical awareness: a comeback rate of almost 74%, and an impressive 100% win rate after losing a piece. Let's just say underdog stories are his specialty; losing a piece is just another setup for a dramatic victory!

With a flicker of vulnerability (a tilt factor of 13), Chris's rated games are a bit tougher than his casual play, suggesting that when the pressure’s on, he sometimes lets his emotions call the shots. But hey, who doesn’t occasionally mangle a queen for the thrill?

His preferred battleground? Blitz chess, where he’s played over 12,000 games, amassing more wins than losses but hovering just shy of breaking into elite tiers, peaking at a Blitz rating around 1029. In Daily chess, Chris is a bit more solid, with a winning streak maxing out at 13 games, showing a patient and persistent side.

Time-wise, Chris favors evenings, peaking between 21:00-23:00 hours with a win rate slightly above 50%. Mornings might find him a bit groggy though, with an 8 o'clock performance barely cracking 38%—chess is hard before coffee!

He holds a slight edge with the white pieces, winning over 51% of those encounters, though black pieces combat is slightly tougher, with a 47% win rate. Regardless of the color, Chris’s tenacity keeps him in the fight.

Name a tricky opponent, and Chris has likely faced them multiple times—his most frequent rival "3gplay" has met him 51 times, with Chris maintaining a respectable 55% win rate. Despite the fierce competition, Chris’s gaming record speaks volumes: over 7,900 wins across all formats to date, and only a minor fraction ending in draws—because when Chris plays, it’s usually decisive.

In short, Chris O'Grady is the kind of player you might underestimate at first glance—after all, with a username like 1812tankcrewman, you might expect more tanks than tactics. But don’t be fooled: with a knack for comebacks, a stubborn refusal to resign (except those few times), and long, grueling games that stretch the limits, Chris embodies the spirit of a relentless chess warrior.