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Sandy Cleland

Username: acleland89

Playing Since: 2020-12-05 (Active)

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Rapid: 810
1001W / 974L / 85D
Blitz: 405
256W / 232L / 8D
Bullet: 300
132W / 125L / 3D

Acleland89: The Tenacious Strategist

Acleland89 has emerged as a formidable presence on the chess scene, demonstrating a blend of resilience, tactical ingenuity, and a deep love for the game. Starting out with promising performances as early as 2020, his rapid chess journey has been particularly impressive, culminating in a significant rating surge to over 700 by 2025. This steady improvement highlights both his persistent work ethic and his ability to learn from every encounter.

Not one to be pigeonholed, acleland89 has developed an eclectic opening repertoire that spans from classical systems like the King's Pawn and Petrovs Defense to more adventurous variations such as the Grob and various lesser-known lines. His adventurous experimentation in openings has not only enriched his playing style but also allowed him to master a wide range of positions, making him a challenging opponent in any format.

Known for his balanced win-loss record across rapid, blitz, and bullet formats, he possesses an uncanny tactical awareness—evidenced by a comeback rate that often turns the tide even when the odds seem stacked against him. His calm demeanor under pressure, low tilt factor, and the capacity to recover from seemingly adverse positions speak to an impressive mental fortitude that is crucial at high-level play.

Furthermore, his performance stats reveal a player who carefully chooses his battles: excelling in early hours and leveraging his deep understanding of both strategy and endgame nuances to steer games toward favorable conclusions. Whether playing on white or black, his methodical approach and adaptability shine through, endearing him to fans and fellow competitors alike.

In sum, acleland89’s biography is not just one of rapid improvements and statistical milestones—it is a narrative of evolving mastery, creative strategy, and undying passion for chess. As he continues to refine his game, his journey promises to offer even more inspiring chapters to the chess world.


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Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 195 308 556
2024 187 175 394
2020 522
Rating by Year202020242025556175YearRatingBulletBlitzRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 286W / 242L / 16D 255W / 264L / 21D 52.1
2024 149W / 154L / 10D 139W / 168L / 6D 50.1
2020 12W / 9L / 0D 13W / 8L / 0D 50.6

Openings: Most Played

Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown Opening 942 459 445 38 48.7%
Top Secret 176 78 90 8 44.3%
Bishops Opening 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Nimzowitsch Defense 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Owens Defense 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Kings Gambit Accepted Schallopp Defense 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Scotch Game Scotch Gambit 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown Opening 376 188 183 5 50.0%
Top Secret 23 14 9 0 60.9%
Scotch Game Scotch Gambit 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown Opening 218 105 111 2 48.2%
Top Secret 11 8 3 0 72.7%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 11 2
Losing 9 0
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