Matt Chia

Matt Chia (aka 1movebehindyou)

Meet Matt Chia, a resilient chess warrior whose username, 1movebehindyou, perfectly captures his playful but fierce approach to the game. Matt’s bullet and blitz ratings have famously danced around the 1800–1900 mark, peaking at an impressive 1983 in bullet (June 2024) and an even sharper 2011 in blitz (October 2023). Not too shabby for someone who might sometimes feel one move behind, but never one step behind in spirit!

Playing Style & Stats

Matt is a master of the endgame, playing it with such frequency (over 72% of his games!) that you’d think he moonlights as a grandmaster of patience. With an average of about 70 moves per win, his games tend to be long, thoughtful, and often a rollercoaster of tactical twists. When life (or chess) knocks a piece from his side, Matt’s comeback rate stands at a hearty 75%, proving he’s not just a one-trick pony but a phoenix rising from the ashes!

The psychological stats tell an especially telling story: a modest tilt factor of 12, and a peak playing hour of 11:00, which just might be the secret weapon in his chess arsenal. Beware morning challengers!

Opening Preferences

Despite dabbling in “Top Secret” openings (which we can only imagine involve smoke and mirrors), Matt often plays the Unknown Opening in bullet games with a solid 47% win rate. He’s also shown a particular fondness and deadly success with aggressive gambits like the Sicilian Defense Smith Morra Gambit Accepted and the Caro Kann Panov Attack. Opponents frequently find themselves squirming as Matt launches these surprise weapons.

Recent Highlights

Fresh off the press, Matt’s latest victory saw him boldly executing a checkmate with the Black pieces against niccopizzi in a well-fought bullet match — his claws unsheathed in a fierce battle lasting 37 moves. This game typified his fearless and precise style, calmly handling the Smith Morra Gambit with flair.

Fun Facts

• Matt’s favorite time to play is when most players are sipping morning coffee — apparently chess fueled by caffeine is his secret sauce.
• He has a love-hate relationship with checkmate finishes: 759 wins by checkmate but over a thousand wins on timeout, proving sometimes the clock does the heavy lifting.
• His longest winning streak is a formidable 11 games, though beware, his longest losing streak could humble even the bravest of knights — 12 straight losses. But hey, every hero has their dark moments!
• He has an enviable 100% win record against a delightful list of opponents including dhlir, snus_mumrik, ssudhir26, and many more — a roll call of conquered foes!

In Summary

Matt Chia embodies the spirit of a dedicated chess enthusiast who battles on bullet and blitz fields with tenacity and a sprinkle of humor. With a knack for comebacks and a willingness to explore obscure and “Top Secret” openings, he’s a rival no opponent wants to underestimate. Whether he’s raining down checkmates or squeaking out wins on time, Matt’s journey through the ranks reminds us all that perseverance and a sense of fun are the kings and queens of the chessboard.

So, next time you face 1movebehindyou, remember: he might just be one move behind, but he’s always two steps ahead in cunning!