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bingbong

Playing Since: 2012-07-04 (Active)

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Daily: 1576
60W / 34L / 0D
Rapid: 2107
974W / 798L / 90D
Blitz: 2122
1837W / 1577L / 159D
Bullet: 2290
3830W / 4212L / 339D

bingbong: The Chess Warrior of the Boards

From humble beginnings in 2012 with a modest daily rating hovering around 1054, bingbong has embarked on a truly epic chess journey. Known for their persistence—even when early records were more “learning curve” than “victory lap”—this player’s story is one of grit, growth, and an obsession with the queen’s gambit.

Rating Rises and Dashes

After a rollercoaster ride through the thousands—daily highs peaking near 1600, bullet ratings blasting past the 2400 mark, blitz attacks smashing ceilings beyond 2100, and rapid games cruising comfortably over 2100—bingbong’s chess evolution is both impressive and relentless.

Signature Style

Bingbong’s style is a curious blend of patience and explosive tacticals. With an average of 64 moves per victory, they refuse to rush, savouring the strategic dance from opening to endgame. Tactical awareness is their secret weapon, boasting a staggering 80% comeback rate—the kind of player who makes you believe a lost knight is just a temporary setback before the real spectacle begins.

Opening Repertoire

Familiar foes beware: openings like the Trompowsky Attack and French Defense Schlechter Variation are often bingbong’s playgrounds, where they excel with win rates topping 60%. Equally comfortable opening with kings and queens, they surprise opponents with the unpredictable “Top Secret” openings—presumably involving secret chess ninja moves.

Victories, Setbacks, and a Touch of Humor

It’s not all checkmates and celebrations; bingbong has faced trials too, including a legendary 41-game losing streak. But don't worry—by now they've shaken off the dust and ran off with three current winning streak games under their belt. In short: this chess battler knows resilience better than any grandmaster motivational quote.

Daily Grind and Peak Moments

Whether it’s the tactical bullet arenas or the thoughtful rapid battles, bingbong’s dedication is clear. They hit their peak bullet rating of 2471 in March 2025, just in time to remind everyone that chess isn’t about quick wins, but about strategy and heart (and maybe a little luck on those time scrambles).

Notable Moments

In their most recent clutches of greatness, bingbong secured memorable victories over opponents such as futuretitlesabah and serchess3434, showcasing precision in openings like the Queen's Gambit Accepted and the French Defense. Even when bowing out, the games were lessons in elegance, with losses often coming against tough opponents in nail-biting endgames.

Off the Board

Who is bingbong away from the 64 squares? A relentless enthusiast with a tilt factor of 41—meaning they sometimes channel their inner drama queen after a blunder but bounce back with equal zeal. Their best time to pounce on opponents? When the clock strikes midnight, proving perhaps that the nightlife fuels their chess wizardry.

Final Thoughts

Known for clever opening traps, stubborn endgame endurance, and the kind of comeback stories that make lesser mortals surrender, bingbong is a chess player you don't want to miss. Whether you face them on bullet, blitz, rapid, or daily, be prepared for a battle of wits, cunning, and unexpected twists. Because when bingbong steps into the arena, it’s never just a game—it’s a chess saga in the making.


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What went well in your recent bullet games

You showed willingness to play actively and initiate sharp tactics in your bullet games. Your aggression can create concrete chances when your opponent missteps, and you often find good attacking ideas and piece activity in the early middlegame.

  • You handle dynamic positions with energy, often pressuring your opponent’s king and creating forcing sequences.
  • When your plans align with quick development, you convert pressure into material or positional gains more reliably.

Areas to improve for more consistency

  • Time management in bullet can make or break a game. Aim to reach the critical middlegame while keeping at least a small buffer of time for when you need precise decisions.
  • Avoid overextending in the opening when you’re uncertain. Choose 2–3 openings you’re very comfortable with and stick to clear development plans rather than chasing long forcing lines under time pressure.
  • Tighten the transition to the endgame. In several games, exchanges led to unclear endings; practice common endgame patterns so you can convert advantages or hold difficult positions more calmly.
  • Watch for recurring blunders in sharp lines. If you sense fatigue or time pressure, switch to simpler, solid plans rather than risky tactical skirmishes.

Opening performance insights

Your opening choices show a mix of results. Some openings tend to yield more reliable, simpler development and quicker, clearer middlegame plans, while others lead to longer, more complex battles. Focus on 2–3 openings you understand deeply, with clear middlegame ideas and standard pawn structures, so you can play fast and confidently in bullet.

  • Prioritize openings whose typical plans you can execute quickly—develop pieces, control the center, and keep king safety intact.
  • For each chosen opening, learn the key deviations your opponents commonly employ and your straightforward responses, so you can keep the clock on your side.

Understanding rating trends and how to approach them

Your recent trend shows fluctuations across different time windows. In bullet, momentum can swing a lot from game to game. The goal is to build consistency by sharpening your decision-making under time pressure, sticking to your prepared plans, and reducing risky detours in sharp positions.

  • Create a focused training plan that reinforces your openings, tactical pattern recognition, and essential endgames.
  • Incorporate regular tactical puzzles and quick opening reviews to keep your patterns sharp for fast games.

Recommended two-week practice plan

  • Week 1: lock in 2 openings you enjoy and study their main, straightforward lines. Practice 5–10 tactical puzzles daily and do 1 short endgame drill a few times this week.
  • Week 2: play a mix of short training games focused on your prepared openings, then review each game to identify time spent on decision-making and any recurring mistakes. Add 1 additional tactical session and reinforce a simple endgame pattern you can execute under pressure.

Quick tactical and planning reminders for bullet

  • Prioritize rapid development: knights before heavy pieces, then connect rooks with early castling and central control.
  • Look for forced moves only when they clearly improve your position; otherwise keep the board simple and rely on quick piece activity.
  • When you’re ahead, aim to simplify to a clear endgame or a straightforward conversion pattern.
  • When you’re behind, seek forcing lines that regain activity or create a practical winning chances, but avoid long, uncertain calculations.


🆚 Opponent Insights

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Most Played Opponents
Jesse Zafirakos 84W / 1168L / 27D
flipsjde 283W / 397L / 29D
Hannah Sayce 67W / 129L / 7D
Malishious 56W / 64L / 9D
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Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2290 2122 2107 961
2024 2301 2099 2053 1460
2023 2115 1964 1598 1397
2022 1972 1816 1459
2021 1759 1640 1601 1384
2020 1622 1448 1638 1229
2019 1229
2018 1204 1104
2017 1369 1278 1044 893
2016 1067
2015 1100 1070 674
2014 1159 1376
2013 980 1163
2012 1105 1199 914
Rating by Year201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252301674YearRatingBulletBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 681W / 657L / 56D 635W / 678L / 67D 74.8
2024 1340W / 1488L / 110D 1271W / 1544L / 110D 67.9
2023 428W / 320L / 19D 402W / 336L / 30D 66.7
2022 89W / 64L / 6D 92W / 55L / 6D 66.7
2021 283W / 181L / 30D 292W / 188L / 21D 70.1
2020 428W / 318L / 46D 410W / 342L / 38D 63.6
2019 12W / 6L / 0D 6W / 6L / 3D 55.5
2018 18W / 22L / 1D 20W / 20L / 2D 63.0
2017 97W / 86L / 11D 109W / 81L / 10D 58.3
2016 18W / 16L / 2D 18W / 22L / 1D 53.6
2015 11W / 19L / 1D 8W / 24L / 0D 30.2
2014 59W / 44L / 4D 55W / 46L / 8D 63.4
2013 39W / 32L / 0D 32W / 38L / 2D 54.8
2012 108W / 70L / 5D 81W / 95L / 5D 61.2

Openings: Most Played

Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 736 373 335 28 50.7%
Amar Gambit 595 223 357 15 37.5%
Modern 444 218 206 20 49.1%
Alekhine Defense 416 182 218 16 43.8%
French Defense 400 220 160 20 55.0%
Australian Defense 398 178 199 21 44.7%
Barnes Defense 239 111 119 9 46.4%
Benoni Defense: Benoni Gambit Accepted 238 103 119 16 43.3%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 224 83 127 14 37.0%
Scandinavian Defense 222 66 154 2 29.7%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 296 167 116 13 56.4%
Modern 198 108 82 8 54.5%
French Defense 160 79 76 5 49.4%
Caro-Kann Defense 146 74 61 11 50.7%
Barnes Defense 142 76 59 7 53.5%
Alekhine Defense 131 61 64 6 46.6%
Amar Gambit 128 73 48 7 57.0%
Italian Game: Two Knights Defense 91 51 39 1 56.0%
Australian Defense 90 47 41 2 52.2%
Czech Defense 81 50 27 4 61.7%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 12 9 3 0 75.0%
Barnes Defense 9 8 1 0 88.9%
French Defense 6 5 1 0 83.3%
Caro-Kann Defense 5 3 2 0 60.0%
Czech Defense 4 2 2 0 50.0%
London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation 4 1 3 0 25.0%
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 3 3 0 0 100.0%
Modern 3 2 1 0 66.7%
Alekhine Defense 3 3 0 0 100.0%
Amazon Attack 3 2 1 0 66.7%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Barnes Defense 111 62 42 7 55.9%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 104 53 42 9 51.0%
French Defense 82 46 36 0 56.1%
Scotch Game 81 37 39 5 45.7%
Philidor Defense 67 30 34 3 44.8%
Modern 66 34 26 6 51.5%
Barnes Opening: Walkerling 60 23 33 4 38.3%
Czech Defense 52 28 24 0 53.9%
Amazon Attack 50 19 28 3 38.0%
Blackburne Shilling Gambit 48 23 24 1 47.9%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 24 1
Losing 65 0