Andrew Lerner (andy07670) - National Master Extraordinaire
Meet Andrew Lerner, a chess aficionado with the prestigious title of National Master, bestowed by National—because being great on the national level just wasn’t enough! Known online as andy07670, Andrew has been navigating the 64 squares with the finesse of a grandmaster in the making and a dash of flair that makes each game a story worth telling.
Rating Rollercoaster & Blitz Brilliance
Andrew’s blitz rating journey is nothing short of a thrilling chess saga. Starting around 1945 in late 2016 and climbing peaks as high as 2480 in July 2024, he dances on the edge of grandmaster territory with jaw-dropping blazing speed. His rapid play, while less frequent, hit an impressive peak rating of 2200 back in 2020.
Playing Style & Chess Personality
A true strategist, Andrew prefers long, sharp battles, averaging roughly 68 moves per win. The endgames are his playground, appearing in nearly 79% of his games — which means if you get past the opening, prepare for a fight. Early resignation rate is delightfully low, proving he's not one to throw in the towel at the first sign of trouble. His comeback rate is a heroic 84%, so expect some nail-biting reversals when facing him.
Fun fact: Andrew performs best early in the morning around 7 AM, proving he’s either a morning person or just a morning ninja on the board. Beware, though – his tilt factor hits a modest 11, so keep your cool if you want to break his winning stride.
Records & Rivals
With over 2879 wins in blitz alone, and a respectful resume of opponents such as "mifortress" and "hawkeye-86," Andrew’s competitive spirit is fierce. His longest winning streak stands at an impressive 21 games, and he currently rides an 11-game winning streak, proving he’s in excellent form. And yes, he’s suffered 11-game losing streaks too, but hey, even champions have off days!
Recent Triumph
Andrew’s most recent victory was a dazzling display in a Chess960 game, clinching the win by checkmate with a savvy endgame maneuver. If you want to see a demonstration of patience, tactical awareness, and creative attack fused together, check out his final move: Rg8#. That’s chess artistry with a wink.
The Bottom Line
Andrew Lerner is not your average weekend warrior. He is a National Master with a tenacious fighting spirit, a tactical mastermind who thrives in complex endgames, and a blitz shark ready to outpace you in rapid-fire duels. Whether you're facing him online or analyzing his games for inspiration, Andy07670 reminds us all that chess is not just a game — it’s a battle of wit, endurance, and a pinch of morning magic.