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Username: BundyChess

Location: ACT

Playing Since: 2014-02-05 (Inactive)

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Blitz: 2377
419W / 252L / 18D
Bullet: 2435
1952W / 1580L / 109D

BundyChess: The International Master with a Flair for Blitz

Meet BundyChess, an International Master titled by FIDE, whose chess journey is as exhilarating and unpredictable as a roller-coaster ride through the opening jungle. With a blitz peak rating soaring past 2500 and a bullet rating flirting with 2500 in earlier years, BundyChess is a formidable force on the digital chessboard.

The Early Days and Meteoric Rise

Starting from humble beginnings in 2014 with a blitz rating just shy of 1400, BundyChess quickly stormed the ranks, demonstrating a tactical prowess that left many scratching their heads. That year alone, they played nearly 400 blitz games, racking up more wins than losses with a sharp win rate pushing 60% in their secret weapon openings—probably guarded better than the Krabby Patty formula.

Blitz and Bullet: A Speed Demon

With a bullet game count numbering in the thousands, BundyChess's rapid-fire decision-making is legendary. A win rate hovering above 53% in over 3600 bullet games is no small feat—especially when some of those wins came after losing pieces, proving that BundyChess doesn’t just roll with the punches but throws curveballs that leave opponents stunned.

Playing Style: Endgame Maestro with a Tactical Twinkle

What truly sets BundyChess apart is an uncanny endgame frequency of over 72%, coupled with an average moves-per-win figure close to 69. Patient, strategic, and with nerves of steel, BundyChess loves grinding down opponents long after the clocks started ticking faster. Combine that with a 100% win rate after losing a piece, and you have someone who refuses to throw in the towel early—unless the position looks fishier than a sushi bar in a thunderstorm.

Hat Tricks and Streaks

Who else can boast a longest winning streak of 23 games? Yep, BundyChess did that. And they’re currently on a 2-game streak, which, knowing their style, could very well snowball into another epic run. Opponents beware: whether facing familiar foes like gmjoey1 or newbies like randomoracle, BundyChess's record shows a mix of precision, humor, and occasionally salty moves.

Psychological Edge and Timing

With a tilt factor of only 14 (that’s quite low in the chess world where a good tantrum can lead to a quick loss), BundyChess keeps calm under fire—and seems to shine best on weekends and during the magic hour of 1 PM, where their win rate spikes near 68%. Maybe it’s the chess gods’ doing, or just a really good lunch break.

Final Word

BundyChess is not just a player; they're a blitz virtuoso and bullet tactician with a knack for comebacks and endgame wizardry. Whether you meet BundyChess online or in a tournament, expect a thrilling game peppered with sharp tactics, relentless pressure, and possibly a cheeky grin on the other side of the board.


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What You're Doing Well

Your recent games showcase a resilient and strategic style, especially in complex openings like the Modern Defense and Sicilian variations. You have a strong ability to convert pressure into wins, evident from your aggressive play and critical sacrifices that pay off, such as the sharp attacks you brought in your victories against lower-rated opponents. Your calculated maneuvering in the middle game and sharp tactical awareness help you maintain control through various opening systems.

  • Consistent success with sharp openings like the Sicilian Defense (Kan Variation and Alapin) and the Amar Gambit.
  • Good flexibility, employing a variety of openings that keep opponents guessing.
  • Ability to exploit opponent inaccuracies and convert endgame advantages efficiently.
  • Strong attacking instincts in bullet time controls, pushing opponents to time pressure or mistake.

Areas to Improve

Despite solid strengths, your recent rating trend shows some fluctuations with a small overall decline over several months. To continue improving, consider focusing on the following areas:

  • Time Management: Some wins came via opponent's time losses or during tense positions where time pressure influenced outcomes. Improving your speed without sacrificing accuracy will help in bullet games dramatically.
  • Defense Against King’s Indian Exchange Variation: Your performance in this opening is weaker compared to others, with a below 40% win rate. Review common ideas and plans in this variation to bolster your results.
  • Middlegame Planning: While your tactics are strong, some losses involve slipping in positional play or key moment oversight. Spend time studying typical plans and pawn structures from your frequent openings to reinforce strategic decisions.
  • Reducing Draws in Bullet: Although draws are less common in bullet, aiming to convert balanced positions when possible will push your win ratio even higher.

Suggestions for Training

  • Study grandmaster games focusing on the Sicilian Defense, especially the lines you play often, to enrich your middle game understanding.
  • Use slow time controls to work on defensive skills and positional play in your less favorable openings, like the King’s Indian Exchange Variation.
  • Drill bullet tactics and pattern recognition to improve speed and precision in time pressure.
  • Analyze losses in detail to identify critical turning points and missed opportunities.
  • Practice endgame fundamentals to convert slight advantages confidently.


🆚 Opponent Insights

Most Played Opponents
Rogelio Jr Antonio 60W / 48L / 2D
LADIESGET2KNOWME 51W / 44L / 3D
jajuva 35W / 57L / 2D
lennonhartsalgados 38W / 38L / 1D
shakiro 47W / 24L / 2D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2377
2024 2438
2023 2405
2022 2470
2017 2382
2014 2285 2296
Rating by Year20142017202220232024202524702296YearRatingBlitz

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 0W / 2L / 0D 2W / 1L / 0D 48.2
2024 1W / 1L / 1D 3W / 0L / 0D 72.2
2023 21W / 15L / 1D 15W / 22L / 0D 61.2
2022 76W / 28L / 2D 55W / 48L / 4D 64.3
2017 5W / 2L / 0D 4W / 2L / 0D 70.4
2014 1154W / 796L / 66D 1039W / 915L / 54D 68.1

Openings: Most Played

Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Sicilian Defense: Closed 99 55 41 3 55.6%
Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Knight Variation 87 52 30 5 59.8%
Modern 86 47 36 3 54.6%
Amar Gambit 86 51 34 1 59.3%
Caro-Kann Defense 85 53 32 0 62.4%
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation, Sherzer Variation 82 48 30 4 58.5%
Scandinavian Defense 76 42 32 2 55.3%
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 75 40 35 0 53.3%
King's Indian Defense: Exchange Variation 65 24 39 2 36.9%
Benoni Defense: Benoni Gambit Accepted 65 36 26 3 55.4%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 23 1
Losing 14 0