Chess Profile: apaiz17
Meet apaiz17, a tenacious chess enthusiast navigating the 64 squares with a unique mix of daring and occasional bewilderment. With a peak rapid rating soaring to 683 in 2021, apaiz17 has shown flashes of brilliance, especially in rapid games, fearlessly embracing aggressive openings like the Petrovs Defense and Sicilian Defense, often catching opponents off guard.
Though daily and blitz ratings have danced around the 400-500 range, and bullet games have been a rollercoaster ride with an average rating hovering near 150, apaiz17's spirit remains undefeated. With a career-long comeback rate of nearly 77%, this player thrives on the thrill of turning the tables when the chips are down — proving resilience is their true endgame strength.
Their style? A curious blend: apaiz17 likes to keep games lively but doesn’t shy away from early resignations when faced with insurmountable odds (only about 4.5% of the time). Average moves per win suggest a knack for grinding out wins in about 34 moves, but losses tend to be drawn out, lasting around 43 moves — maybe hoping for a last-minute miracle.
On openings, apaiz17 has a secret arsenal aptly named "Top Secret" that appears in every time control, with mixed success. Favorites like the Four Knights Italian Variation and Petrovs Defense often make an appearance, as does an adventurous side exploring the Pirc Defense and King's Pawn Opening variations.
Psychological quirks include a tilt factor rated at 7 (not quite Rocky Balboa, but close) and a notable preference for late-evening battles, where playing at 8 PM sees their win rate peak at a staggering 75%. Perhaps the caffeine kicks in just right.
Recent Highlights:
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Last Win: A slick victory against 8bitgofret using the Sicilian Defense French Variation, ending abruptly with a queen sacrifice (Qxd7+), leaving the opponent stunned on April 25, 2025.
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Notable Loss: A hard-fought daily match lost to jacobwfr on April 10, 2025, showcasing battling spirit despite the final defeat on time.
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In the vast chess cosmos, apaiz17 might not be a grandmaster (yet), but their journey is marked by infectious enthusiasm, steady improvement, and an endearing willingness to learn from every check, checkmate, and timeout. Whether you’re looking for a fierce opponent or a friendly sparring partner, apaiz17 is certainly one to watch.
