About benoit91
Meet benoit91, a dedicated chess enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares is nothing short of epic drama, sprinkled with moments of brilliance and... well, the occasional comedic blunder.
Rating & Performance
Starting his blitz adventures back in 2014 with a humble rating around 878, benoit91 rapidly climbed ranks to reach a blitz peak of 1937 in March 2019. This rating places him in a solid league of tough competitors, proving he’s definitely not your average keyboard knight!
His rapid play has been equally impressive, boasting a peak rating of 1896 as recently as May 2025, while his daily games reveal a sneaky knack for longer time controls with a peak of 1451. Bullet chess? Let's just say it’s not his main stage – but he gave it a shot with a rating of 738 once.
Playing Style & Psychology
With a keen eye for tactics, benoit91 has mastered the art of the comeback, maintaining an impressive 83% comeback rate when facing down adversity. His average moves per win hover around 66, reflecting a thoughtful, strategic style rather than a lightning-fast slugfest.
He embraces the endgame often (about 67% of his games end there), showing both patience and prowess as he stars in real chess finales. On the flip side, our hero has a tilt factor of 17 – proof even chess warriors can have their "Monday morning" moments.
Oddly enough, his "best time to play" is at 3 AM – so if you ever catch him online, know he might be plotting his next crafty move while the rest of us are dreaming of checkmates.
Favorite Openings
A lover of classic chess openings, benoit91 shines in the Italian Game - Two Knights Attack with a solid 68% win rate in blitz. He also wields the Sicilian Defense - Open Najdorf Adams Attack and the Scandinavian Defense - Modern Variation with crafty results, showing a preference for both tactical skirmishes and strategic raids.
For rapid games, he stays mysterious with his "Top Secret" opening, winning nearly 70% of the time. Honestly, we’d love to peek at those secret lines!
Record & Rivals
Across all blitz encounters, benoit91 has amassed a staggering 19,447 wins, showcasing his grinding endurance and hearty spirit. He’s squared off multiple times against opponents like globules92 and emad254, treating chess battles like an ongoing saga with varied rivalries.
His recent wins include slick resignations from opponents and even a sweet checkmate to seal the deal, reflecting both his tactical sharpness and patience.
Chess in Life
Despite occasional setbacks — such as those times when resignation was the graceful exit — benoit91 keeps coming back stronger, never letting a tough loss define him. Whether it’s blitz or rapid, he brings dedication and a pinch of charm to every game.
Playing mostly at prime evening hours and surprisingly early mornings, benoit91 is the kind of player who turns chess into a lifestyle: all passion, all the time.
In summary:
- Blitz peak rating: 1937
- Rapid peak rating: 1896
- Daily peak rating: 1451
- Comeback master with 83% comeback rate
- Loves classical-style openings and endgames
- Best time to catch him online: 3 am
- Not afraid to resign early — but watch out when he doesn’t!
For those seeking both entertaining chess and steadfast strategy, benoit91 is a player worth following—proving that even online, every pawn push can tell a story.