Profile: Liam Noel (Username: AZaoui13)
Meet Liam Noel, a chess adventurer whose journey resembles more a thrilling rollercoaster than a smooth cruise. With a peak rapid rating of 368 achieved in December 2024 and a flawless 400 rating in daily chess as of April 2025, Liam demonstrates flashes of brilliance that keep opponents and spectators alike on their toes.
Playing Style & Personality
Liam is not your typical chess robot; he plays with a spirited mix of tactical flair and an impressive ability to stage comebacks—boasting a comeback rate of over 61%! While his average game length hovers around 50 moves, indicating patience and deep thinking, he’s also not shy about gracefully waving the white flag with an early resignation rate of 17.5% (because sometimes it’s wiser to save energy for the next battle). His preferred battleground is the King's Pawn Opening, where he wins just above half the time – classic and reliable, just like a good cup of coffee.
Strengths and Quirks
- Peak Rapid Rating: 368
- Daily Chess Champ: Achieved a perfect 400 rating in daily games (April 2025).
- Opening Mastery: Excels with the Petrovs Defense Three Knights and the Bishops Opening Berlin Vienna Hybrid Variation, winning 100% of his games there (he must know a secret move or two!).
- Comeback King: Refuses to throw in the towel, winning over 61% of games where he was trailing.
- Tilt Factor: Low (4), meaning Liam rarely lets a bad game ruin his day—resilience is his middle name!
- Best Time to Play: 6 AM sharp—someone’s an early bird (watch out, sleepyheads!).
Battles & Rivalries
With 38 wins and 40 losses in rapid games, Liam’s record may look almost like a balanced diet of victories and defeats, but every loss only sharpens his resolve. His toughest frequent opponent, "20nightmare10," holds a slight edge, but Liam fights valiantly with a 35.71% win rate against them. Meanwhile, some adversaries like "Julienbrnt," "ahror_be," and others suffer a perfect 0% win rate, proving Liam can be downright merciless on the board.
Notable Game Highlight
On April 9, 2025, playing as White, Liam executed a stunning victory over "20Nightmare10" with a sharp Scandinavian Defense. Demonstrating tactical prowess, he capitalized on aggressive plays and forced resignation—showcasing his belief that sometimes the best move is not just to checkmate, but to let your opponent realize they’re already defeated.
In Summary
Liam Noel isn’t just a player; he’s a passionate strategist navigating the beautiful chaos of chess with pluck and humor. With opening favorites that suggest classical tastes, a knack for turning games around, and a willingness to bow out early when needed, he strikes a delightful balance between fighting spirit and practical sensibility. Watch out world, AZaoui13 is here to make chess a thrilling ride, even if the rollercoaster dips and climbs wildly!
