Capablank5: The Underdog Chess Warrior
Meet Capablank5, a chess player who embodies perseverance and the spirit of relentless learning on the 64 squares. With a peak rapid rating just shy of 1000 and a knack for bouncing back after setbacks, Capablank5 might not be the grandmaster your grandma bragged about, but they've got heart—and some surprisingly sharp tactical awareness.
Although the rating numbers show a rollercoaster ride—from a high blitz peak of 679 last year down to 488 this May—this player keeps chugging along, armed with an impressive comeback rate of over 76%. That means when the chips are down, Capablank5 is the one who dusts off and tries again, sometimes even winning after losing a piece 38.89% of the time. Rough games? No problem, except maybe when the tilt factor is 7—reminding us that even the strongest can get a little salty after a tough loss.
Capablank5 enjoys testing out a variety of openings, from the Scandinavian Defense to the King's Pawn Opening, King's Knight Variation. They’ve got a particular fondness for the Italian Game in bullet, boasting a perfect 100% win rate from 2 games, outsmarting opponents like a sneaky bishop pin or knight fork waiting to happen.
Their style? A blend of patience and endurance. Average moves per win hover around 56, proving that Capablank5 enjoys the long, strategic grind just as much as the flashy finishes. But watch out — longest losing streak can stretch to 7 games, hinting at some epic battles where endurance was tested to the max.
Speaking of finishes, Capablank5's recent victories include dramatic checkmate wins and clever timeouts, showing not only skill but a sharp eye on the clock. For example, their most recent win involved the Scandinavian Defense, where a fierce battle ended with a well-earned win on time. A true multitasker: fighting tactics and ticking clocks simultaneously!
When it comes to the psychological battlefield, this player thrives brightest around 1 PM, boasting a stellar 100% win rate in games played at that hour — caffeine or just good chess vibes? You decide. Their preferred days to dominate seem to be Wednesdays and Saturdays, with win rates nudging near half or more in Blitz format.
Off the board, Capablank5 might still be the "blank slate" to many, but with persistent practice, varied strategies, and a willingness to learn from every game (win or lose), this user is certainly a chess journey worth following. So next time you spot Capablank5 in the lobby, don't underestimate the underdog – their pawns may be small, but their spirit looms large.
Keep calm and castle on!
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Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 307 | 488 | 501 | 789 |
| 2024 | 418 | 545 | 675 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 19W / 26L / 2D | 13W / 32L / 2D | 47.7 |
| 2024 | 10W / 12L / 1D | 8W / 13L / 0D | 48.0 |
Openings: Most Played
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Italian Game Two Knights Modern Bishops Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Main Line | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 28.6% |
| Indian Game | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 20.0% |
| Italian Game | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Nimzowitsch Defense Declined | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Philidor Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Polish Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Sicilian Defense Bowdler Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Caro Kann Defense Classical Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scandinavian Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Italian Game | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Undefined | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| French Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Kings Fianchetto Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Pirc Defense | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Caro Kann Defense Advance Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Four Knights Game Spanish Variation Ranken Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Four Knights Game | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scandinavian Defense | 10 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 20.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 8 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 25.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 40.0% |
| Philidor Defense | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 60.0% |
| Sicilian Defense Open Variation | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 66.7% |
| French Defense Normal Variation | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Italian Game | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Caro Kann Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Sicilian Defense | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Petrovs Defense Classical Variation | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 5 | 3 |
| Losing | 7 | 0 |