Profile Summary: Neil V. (aka Bobisgoatedatchess)
Meet Neil V., a resilient and dedicated chess warrior navigating the battlegrounds of the 64 squares with passion and occasional rollercoaster rating rides. Known online as Bobisgoatedatchess, Neil has experienced the full spectrum of chess emotions—from triumphant win streaks to humbling losses that would make even the toughest pawns question their allegiance.
Despite a modest daily rating hovering around the 800s and 900s territory, Neil’s heart beats fastest on the rapid and bullet chess clock. With a rapid peak rating soaring above 1300 and bullet highs touching the 1040 mark, this player knows how to bring blistering speed and tactical awareness to the board. His games often last around 58 moves on average—proof that he’s not just about quick shots, but a thinker who endures to the finish.
Neil’s playing style is a blend of the cautious and the combative: with a low early resignation rate (only about 4.6%), he refuses to throw in the towel prematurely. His comeback rate is a staggering 72.94%, showing his ability to claw back from tough situations—perhaps echoing a favorite motto: "It’s never over until the king says so!"
Known for wielding the mysterious “Top Secret” opening with respect and some success, Neil approaches the game with a mix of calculated strategy and a pinch of enigma. His win rates against various opponents fluctuate hilariously — dominating some with a 100% win rate while facing a few nemesis-type players that seem to have his number (we're looking at you WayneSpencer and snackowski).
When it comes to timing, Neil shines brightest playing around 14:00 with an impressive tilt factor of 11—a number proving even the best get a bit salty sometimes. His win executions tend to peak on Thursdays and Tuesdays, coincidentally the days he probably had his morning coffee perfectly brewed.
Beyond stats, Neil’s recent games tell a story of gritty perseverance. One of his latest victories was against Interista1953, where he clinched a win on time after a tactical skirmish in the King's Pawn opening — proving timed battles suit his style well. Losses? Sure, they happen to every chess enthusiast; even the grandest of players have tales of checkmates that sting. Neil’s recent defeats were hard-fought, sometimes ending in crafty checkmates by his daring opponents.
Whether you find him blitzing away under pressure or plotting slow and steady in daily games, Neil brings heart, humor, and hustle to every match. A chess player who’s as comfortable with a quiet afternoon game as with a hair-raising bullet brawl, Neil V. embodies the spirit of the game: learning, laughing, and always pushing for that next brilliant move.