About Jules Moussard
Jules Moussard is a renowned Grandmaster in the world of chess, known for his sharp tactical skills and strong blitz performances. With a playing style marked by high tactical awareness and resilience, Jules has demonstrated the ability to come back from difficult positions with a remarkable 87% comeback rate.
Playing Style & Strengths
Moussard tends to enjoy the adrenaline rush of fast-paced games, with a preferred focus on blitz chess. His average game length in wins is about 83 moves, showing a penchant for deep, strategic battles rather than quick knockouts. He maintains strong performance both when playing White (64%) and Black (60%).
- Early Resignation Rate: 0.43% (rarely gives up early)
- Endgame Frequency: 86.2% (fights till the end)
- Average First Capture: move 9, indicating a balanced opening approach
- Psychological resilience with a tilt factor of 13 (keeps calm under pressure)
Notable Achievements & Peak Ratings
Jules has reached peak ratings that showcase his elite blitz and bullet skills:
- Blitz: 3109 (June 2025)
- Bullet: 3173 (June 2023)
- Rapid: 2750 (May 2023)
- Daily: 1268 (June 2017)
Favorite Openings
Jules shows a strong affinity for some less orthodox but effective openings, particularly those in the Zukertort and Nimzo-Larsen families, often with a surprise twist that catches opponents off guard.
- Reti: King's Indian Attack – 53%+ win rate in blitz
- Zukertort Opening: Nimzo-Larsen Variation – nearly 68% win rate
- Smith-Morra Gambit – a daring 68% win rate in blitz games
- Queen’s Pawn Game and Neo-Indian variations, showing solid but dynamic choices
Competitions and Opponent Highlights
Jules has faced a wide range of opponents, including many top players. Among his most frequent rivals is the strong player lastreetcmamaison, against whom he holds an impressive 83% win rate over 446 games!
He has also matched up against chess legends and modern giants, such as Fabiano Caruana and Hikaru Nakamura, showcasing his determination and skill on the global stage.
Fun Facts
- Jules once enjoyed an incredible winning streak of 49 games – talk about chess domination!
- His best gaming hours are surprisingly early morning around 10:00 AM and 2:00 AM, making him the perfect opponent for early birds and night owls alike.
- Despite his brilliance, Jules never shies away from a tough battle and rarely resigns early – true to the fighting spirit of chess gladiators.