Jackson

Profile: Jackson aka BigChonkyy

Jackson, better known in chess circles as BigChonkyy, is a passionate player who’s battled through the trenches of rapid, blitz, bullet, and daily chess. With a rating rollercoaster akin to a wild knight’s journey on the board — peaking at 1198 in rapid back in 2022 and currently cruising around the low 600s — Jackson’s chess story is one of persistence, battles, and the occasional checkmate dance.

Not one to shy away from complexity, Jackson exhibits a special fondness for openings that pack a punch. The Van t Kruijs Opening boasts his highest win rate at a whopping 62.5% in rapid games, while the trusty Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation isn’t far behind with a respectable 56%. He also wields the Ponziani Opening like a secret weapon, especially in blitz and bullet, where his win rates soar even higher.

But don’t let the numbers fool you — Jackson’s games are anything but predictable. With an impressive comeback rate of 61.67% and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece, it’s clear he thrives under pressure. His style? A tasteful mix of patience and tenacity, reflected in his average moves per game hovering around 50 moves — enough time to plot some brilliant swindles or blunder spectacularly (hey, we’ve all been there).

Always armed with a cheeky grin and a knack for midnight chess marathons (his peak win rates are suspiciously high during 7 AM and late-night sessions), Jackson balances serious strategy with a healthy dose of humor and humility. He might resign early around 8% of the time – possibly to save face or get a snack – but when he’s focused, his endgame plays show off his deep understanding of the board.

Opponents beware: Jackson has some nemeses who seem to drain his mojo (looking at you, johanssonbacki and bhagyavant_v), but plenty more he’s dispatched with style and flair. Fans of the quirky and resilient will find a kindred spirit in BigChonkyy — a player who proves every day that chess isn’t just strategy, it’s personality.