Coach Chesswick
Overall Performance
Your recent rapid games show a strength adjusted win rate of about 41.6%. This indicates a competitive level but there is clear room for improvement to achieve more consistent wins against opponents of similar rating.
There has been a slight decline in your rating by 10 points over the last 1, 3, and 6 months, showing a downward trend. This suggests working on specific areas could help regain and exceed your previous performance levels.
Recent Games Insights
- You have demonstrated good awareness in attacks, with several wins by checkmate or opponent resignation.
- Some losses resulted from encountering strong counterattacks and precise play from opponents, particularly in middle to late game.
- Time management seems reasonable with most games completed within the time control, though occasionally you won by opponent time forfeits.
- The Clemenz Opening and Grob Opening variants were used often, consistent with your chosen style of play.
Areas for Improvement
- Opening play: Consider deepening your preparation in your frequently used openings such as the Clemenz Opening and Grob Opening. Small inaccuracies there may be setting you behind early.
- Endgame technique: Several losses occurred in the endgame phase. Working on endgame fundamentals and tactical motifs can help convert close positions into wins or draws.
- Strategic decision-making: Evaluate your pawn structure and piece placement more carefully midgame. Avoid weakening your king safety and creating exploitable weaknesses.
- Defensive resilience: Improving your ability to withstand opponent pressure in tight spots could help avoid losses from decisive attacks.
Recommendations
- Review the game%20links of your recent wins and losses to identify recurring patterns in your play.
- Study classic games using your favorite openings to discover typical plans and critical ideas.
- Practice tactical puzzles daily focusing on attack and defense motifs related to your games.
- Analyse your losses especially to detect missed defensive resources or stronger continuation.
- Maintain balanced time management to avoid rush decisions in complex positions.
Next Steps
With dedicated practice on these points, you should be able to turn your rating trend upward. Consistency and learning from every game, even losses, will boost your rapid chess strength.