Antoine Sevrez

Antoine Sevrez (aka AntoSvZ73)

Antoine Sevrez is a spirited rapid chess enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares has been nothing short of a rollercoaster ride. With a peak rapid rating of 1026 achieved in April 2021, Antoine has shown flashes of brilliance — and perhaps a healthy appreciation for dramatic comebacks and tough lessons.

His record tells tales of a warrior unafraid to face challenges: 76 wins, 151 losses, and 8 draws in rapid games. Antoine’s resilience shines brightly with a comeback rate close to 66%, proving he’s not one to throw in the towel easily — except maybe early in the game, where he modestly resigns about 4.6% of the time.

Playing style? Let’s just say Antoine likes to keep opponents on their toes. He ventures into a variety of openings with a special fondness for the Scandinavian Defense and the Van't Kruijs Opening — there, he boasts an impressive 80% win rate in a small sample, suggesting he’s got some opening surprises tucked up his sleeve.

Notably, Antoine’s win rate fluctuates dramatically depending on the opponent, ranging from devastating 0% to a perfect 100% sweep in some rivalries. For instance, his encounters against roby-pescaru or nomme12345 have been clean sweeps with victory after victory, while others like diyaraks remain a challenging conquest.

When asked about the best time to play, Antoine cheekily points to 10 PM — with a 100% win rate reported in that hour (probably because he’s mostly fast asleep or just picking his battles wisely).

Memorable Moments

Antoine’s latest triumph was a thrilling checkmate victory playing Black in an Italian Game (Knight Attack variation) that demonstrated tactical sharpness and a willingness to sacrifice for the win. A fearless knight wreaks havoc while the king takes a walk — and the opponent walks away defeated.

Of course, even the best have their off days. Antoine once faced a crushing defeat where his opponent delivered a ruthless checkmate that left no room for excuses — but hey, every loss is a lesson and every lesson is fuel for the next game.

Fun Facts

• Longest winning streak: 5 games. Longest losing streak: a whopping 14 games; a testament to commitment and character!
• Antoine plays an average of around 56 moves per victory, showing he enjoys long battles rather than quick skirmishes.
• White vs. Black: Slightly better results with Black pieces, so maybe he just thrives playing the dark side.

Whether Antoine Sevrez is calculating the perfect Scandinavian Defense variation or hunting for a handy resignation to save energy, one thing is clear — chess is more than a game; it’s an adventure full of ups, downs, and lots of inspiring tales.