basket_case89

Profile Summary: basket_case89

Meet basket_case89, a blitz enthusiast whose chess journey is as thrilling as a rollercoaster ride through the Sicilian Defense. Starting modestly with a blitz rating of just over 1300 in 2014, this player swiftly hustled up the ranks to reach a peak rating of 2731 in May 2016 — not too shabby for someone whose username hints at the occasional scramble for the basket!

With 707 wins, 384 losses, and 98 draws in blitz games, basket_case89 shows a keen appetite for high-speed tactical melees. Their longest winning streak of 14 games is evidence that when the pieces align, they can steamroll the opposition like a knight on a reckless charge. Conversely, a longest losing streak of 9 games keeps things humble, because hey, even chess warriors hit the skewer now and then.

Known for their solid endgame play — appearing in over 85% of their games — basket_case89 patiently grinds out victories with an impressive average of about 82 moves per win. White pieces? A winning rate above 61%! Black? Still respectable at 57.5%. Their opponents probably lose sleep wondering when that sneaky pawn push will come.

Tactical wizardry is another defining trait: an astounding 86.85% comeback rate means this player is not one to throw in the towel. Lose a piece? No problem, basket_case89 is rewriting the script nearly 58% of the time. Their early resignation rate is a humble 0.26%, proving they believe in grinding till the very end (or at least until their clock expires).

Strategically mysterious, basket_case89 dominates the “Unknown Opening” category with nearly 60% wins in 1173 battles, but struggles a bit with their “Top Secret” opening, winning only 31% of 16 games — perhaps an intentional double bluff?

When does basket_case89 thrive best? Surprisingly at the crack of dawn, with a perfect 100% win rate at 7 AM — the chess world’s early bird champion — and on Saturdays where nearly two-thirds of their games end in victory. They’re probably sipping coffee while others hit snooze.

Opponents beware: basket_case89’s fiercest rivalries include 63 face-offs against “gmgamil” and 33 against “onizuka96,” maintaining a solid 54.55% win rate against the latter. And with win rates often soaring above 80% against many lesser-known adversaries, this player is a force to reckon with.

Off the board, basket_case89’s personality may be a mystery—are they a basket case or just a basket full of chess surprises? One thing’s certain: their blitz games are a masterclass in resilience, patience, and a little bit of cheeky unpredictability.

For a taste of their recent brilliance, check out their victorious December 2016 game against lenglie where a timely win on time closed a well-fought battle filled with smart positional play and precise timing.

In summary: basket_case89 is the blitz beast who refuses to quit, aiming high and digging deep in every game. Whether they’re hunting mate or surviving a near-catastrophic blunder, their games are never dull. A strong player with a playful spirit—one blink and you might just miss their next brilliant move!