Blake Griffine - FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Known in chess circles (and probably in coffee shops) as Blaky_Griffin, Blake Griffine is a formidable FIDE Master whose blitz games leave opponents both awestruck and scratching their heads. With a blitz rating peaking near 2300 in 2025, Blake's quick wit on the board matches their lightning-fast moves.
Starting from a humble rating of 586 in blitz, Blake catapulted to a whopping 2267 by the year's end, showing a growth curve more consistent than a chess grandmaster’s opening repertoire. Not only does Blake play a mean "Top Secret" opening with a winning rate of over 66%, but their endurance and focus have also resulted in an eye-popping longest winning streak of 24 games. Yes, that’s 24 games in a row—probably enough to make even the Chess Gods raise an eyebrow.
Blake’s blitz stats speak volumes: winning 126 out of 190 matches with a mere 61 losses and a surprising penchant to draw only 3 games. This suggests one thing—resigning early is not part of Blake’s playbook. In fact, a perfect 0% early resignation rate reinforces their tenacity.
Psychologically, Blake’s numbers reveal a player who rarely tilts (tilt factor of 5)—that’s barely a flicker of frustration in the heat of battle. A comeback rate of nearly 77% and an astonishing 100% win rate after losing a piece hint that giving up is not in the cards. Even when the odds look bleak, Blaky_Griffin digs deep and flips the board in their favor.
Blake’s proclivity for longer endgames (74.21% frequency) and careful calculation shines through average moves counted: winning games typically extend beyond 63 moves, with losses lasting even longer—suggesting a dogged, strategic fighting spirit.
Interestingly, Blake’s win rates reveal a slight preference for playing black pieces (67.37% wins) over white (65.26%). Whether this is a psychological edge or just masterful counterplay, opponents face trouble no matter the color.
Time-of-day performance? If you want to challenge Blake, pick hours like 19:00 or 18:00 when their win rate spikes to above 79%. Conversely, beware of Tuesday—Blake seems to take that day off in spirit with a 0% win rate recorded (or maybe those games got lost in the mail).
Known recent rivals like hammaddar93 have felt the sting of Blake’s complete dominance, while others like vitt1 have proven more resilient or maybe just lucky. But one thing remains clear: Blaky_Griffin is not your average blitz player.
Whether they’re grinding out long endgames or pulling off stunning comebacks, Blake Griffine keeps the chess world entertained, one game at a time—often leaving fans wondering if "Top Secret" is really just code for unstoppable.
Recent Game Highlights
Great job, Blake! You've shown strong play recently with a great winning streak and no losses reported in your latest games. Your games demonstrate good control of the board and a solid understanding of various openings like the Owen's Defense and the Three Knights Opening.
- Impressive win rate around 73%, adjusted for opponent strength.
- Consistent improvement, gaining approximately 228 rating points over the last 6 months.
- Good time management in daily games, with several wins by resignation, indicating strong positional play and pressure.
Strengths
- Opening Preparation: Effective use of varied openings, including Closed Sicilian and Queen's Gambit Accepted, adapting well to different opponents.
- Positional Play: Maneuvering pieces carefully, creating threats and capitalizing on opponent weaknesses, as evidenced by your ability to force resignations.
- Consistency: Your upward rating trend over 1, 3, 6, and 12 months shows sustained progress.
Areas for Improvement
Though you have no recent losses recorded, continuous learning is key to further growth:
- Endgame Technique: Focus on refining endgame skills, especially in converting advantages into wins smoothly.
- Time Management: While your time use is generally good, optimizing time in complex positions will help avoid rushed decisions.
- Opening Depth: Consider deepening your knowledge of the openings you like most to increase your advantage earlier in the game.
Next Steps
Here are some recommendations to keep advancing:
- Review your winning games with a coach or chess engine to identify tactical opportunities you may have missed.
- Practice key endgame positions to build confidence in closing games effectively.
- Explore and experiment with new openings occasionally to broaden your repertoire and become unpredictable.
- Use the Blake Griffine game review feature to assess your move choices in each game.
Keep Up the Great Work!
Your steady improvement and strong win record show you're on an excellent trajectory. Keep practicing, studying, and playing regularly to continue climbing the rating ladder. I'm here to help whenever you want to analyze games or discuss strategies!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| fritzel143 | 3W / 7L / 0D | |
| zugzanni | 4W / 3L / 0D | |
| antonhy84 | 5W / 1L / 0D | |
| dedax78 | 2W / 3L / 0D | |
| shawon_chowdhury | 3W / 2L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2221 | 2255 | 1302 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 326W / 229L / 26D | 316W / 249L / 15D | 71.9 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| French Defense | 24 | 13 | 11 | 0 | 54.2% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 23 | 10 | 12 | 1 | 43.5% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 20 | 12 | 8 | 0 | 60.0% |
| Sicilian Defense | 18 | 11 | 6 | 1 | 61.1% |
| Ruy Lopez | 17 | 12 | 5 | 0 | 70.6% |
| French Defense: Exchange Variation | 17 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 70.6% |
| French Defense: Advance Variation | 15 | 10 | 4 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Benoni Defense | 15 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 53.3% |
| Amar Gambit | 15 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Italian Game: Two Knights Defense | 14 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Slav Defense: Bonet Gambit | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Elephant Gambit | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Barnes Defense | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| French Defense | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Benoni Defense: Four Pawns Attack | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Three Knights Opening | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Blumenfeld Countergambit | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| QGA: 4.e3 e6 5.Bxc4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| French Defense | 28 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 28.6% |
| Döry Defense | 19 | 13 | 6 | 0 | 68.4% |
| English Opening | 16 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 56.2% |
| English Opening: Anglo-Grünfeld Defense | 15 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 53.3% |
| French Defense: Exchange Variation | 15 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 53.3% |
| English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Fianchetto Variation | 14 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 78.6% |
| Amar Gambit | 13 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 30.8% |
| English Opening: Caro-Kann Defensive System | 13 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 76.9% |
| English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Hedgehog System | 12 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 58.3% |
| Australian Defense | 12 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 75.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 24 | 2 |
| Losing | 7 | 0 |