Meet “betterbegood”
Since first appearing on the scene in 2013, betterbegood has embarked on a remarkable chess journey across multiple formats—Rapid, Bullet, Blitz, and Daily. Early on, rapid ratings fluctuated between 801 and 1329, yet steadily climbed to a personal best of 1781 by 2021. Today, Rapid play remains a highlight: it is where betterbegood has posted strong performances, including a standout 1776 rating to close out that year.
Tenacious and calm under pressure, betterbegood boasts a comeback rate of over 70%—signaling a competitive player capable of shaking off precarious positions. With an endgame frequency at about half of all victories, matches often proceed methodically, yet swift early resignations remain uncommon at just around 7%. This balanced style has produced a White win rate hovering above 50%, while also posing a noteworthy challenge as Black.
Strategically versatile, betterbegood has traversed a broad opening repertoire, from classical king-pawn systems to the Nimzo-Indian and beyond. In Rapid specifically, the Philidor Defense has rendered some especially crushing results, whereas the Blitz record features myriad duels in the Ruy Lopez and Four Knights. Across all variations, betterbegood’s pursuit of excellence is evident in the 12-game winning streak—reflecting the unwavering determination that characterizes this player’s spirited approach to the game.
