About Andrew T Jones
Andrew T Jones, known on the chessboards as ATJ1968, is a dedicated chess enthusiast with a penchant for the fast-paced thrill of Blitz chess. Over the years, he has engaged in thousands of games, showing both resilience and fighting spirit whether playing white or black. His tactical awareness and psychological endurance often shine in the heat of rapid decision-making.
Playing Style & Strengths
Preferred mostly in Blitz games, Andrew combines strategic depth with tactical sharpness, averaging nearly 58 moves in his wins and around 63 in losses, indicating his endurance in long, competitive battles.
- Known for a moderate early resignation rate of under 1%, showing persistence in fights
- Frequently reaches endgames, appearing in about 63% of his matches
- Strong comebacks with a comeback rate above 77%
- Balanced performance playing as White and Black, with White win rate slightly higher
- Best playing hours include early mornings, showing an interesting tilt-resistant mindset
Memorable Achievements & Stats
Andrew’s peak ratings speak volumes about his capabilities:
- Blitz Peak: 1537 (September 2017)
- Daily Chess Peak: 1942 (January 2010)
- Rapid Peak: 1747 (August 2019)
- Bullet Peak: 1265 (May 2022)
- Longest winning streak: 20 games
- Current winning streak: 1 game, keeping the momentum alive
- Known for endurance with almost 7600 blitz games played and thousands of wins
Favorite Openings
Andrew favors well-established solid openings and often experiments with aggressive Sicilian lines, showing versatility and an offensive mindset:
- Sicilian Defense: Played in various varieties including the Alapin, Closed, and the Four Knights Cobra Variation
- Philidor Defense: Balanced defensive play with notable success
- Scandinavian Defense: Shows a strong win rate with this unconventional choice
- Bird Opening (Dutch Variation - Batavo Gambit): Adds spice and surprises to his games
- Amazon Attack & Barnes Defense: Adds flair and creativity in his repertoire
Notable Opponents
Andrew has a large and diverse set of opponents. Among his top frequent opponents, he has positive records against players like danny1812 and rocky0777. He’s no stranger to friendly rivalries and tough battles, always bringing his best game.
Behind the Scenes
When not busy trading queens and pawns, Andrew’s psychological trends reveal a calm competitor who manages tilt well, with a modest tilt factor of 13. He tends to perform best in the wee hours, so if you see his username lighting up the board at 1 AM, beware—you’re in for a fast and fierce fight!
Fun Fact
Despite his strong focus on Blitz, Andrew has also dabbled in Bullet and Rapid formats, proving that whether it’s lightning-fast or a paced contest, his chess heart is ready to face all challenges. His determined spirit would make Magnus Carlsen nod with approval — or at least scramble to sharpen his opening preparation!