David Rivera

David Rivera - The Rapid Roller

Meet David Rivera, also known in the chess world as blaon0228, a rapid chess enthusiast with a passion for the game and a penchant for surprising comebacks. Although his rating hovers around 474 in 2025, what David lacks in rating points, he makes up for in thrilling battles and a remarkably stubborn spirit.

With over 200 rapid games under his belt, David's journey on the 64 squares has been a rollercoaster: 96 wins, 97 losses, and 11 draws — a record nearly as balanced as a perfectly placed rook on the back rank. Early resignations are rare (only about 4%), proving this player fights for every move, even when the chips are down.

David boasts a comeback rate of nearly 65%, and get this — when he loses a piece, his win rate jumps to a perfect 100%. Opponents beware: this is not a player who folds under pressure. Fast, tactical, and resilient describe his style, while his games average around 58 moves, showing a preference for battles that stretch well into the endgame, where nearly 52% of his games reach.

His opening repertoire is colorful. The Van t Kruijs Opening is his ace with an impressive 71% win rate, but he also navigates the tricky waters of the Englund Gambit with a respectable 60% success. Less fortunate are his adventures into the Philidor Defense, which remains a mysterious black hole at 0% wins.

When it comes to rivals, David has a love-hate relationship. He is undefeated against some (looking at you, 177azz and tankboy961) while others like choaderboy or capi-14 keep him on his toes, with a 0% win record. Matches with frequent opponent sgsgoku have been competitive, boasting an 83% win rate.

David’s psychological profile is just as interesting. With a tilt factor of 6, he’s human enough to get frustrated, but that frustration only fuels his fierce desire to improve. Evening and weekend games seem to be his sweet spot, with win rates peaking on Fridays and Saturdays just over 52%.

Sometimes playing at the unearthly hour of 8 AM (100% win rate there!) and occasionally after midnight, David truly is a chess warrior of all times. His journey is a testament that chess isn’t just about numbers but the stories and grit behind each game.

In the saga of chess players, David Rivera is definitely a rapid roller coaster worth watching!