cipriani33

Profile Summary: cipriani33

Meet cipriani33, a chess enthusiast marching valiantly through the rapid ranks with a peak rating shy of 1000 (988 to be exact, achieved in February 2024). Though the grandmaster title hasn't been earned yet, this player embodies the true spirit of resilience and steady growth on the 64 squares.

Known for a somewhat quirky but relentless approach, cipriani33 tends to stick with the mysterious "Top Secret" opening — a fitting codename for a repertoire that baffles opponents as much as it surprises! When venturing beyond the shadows, choices like the Scandinavian Defense and the Center Game reveal a taste for classic, solid openings with an adventurous twist, boasting win rates hovering around 45-56%.

With an overall rapid record standing close to 50% wins but just a bit behind in losses (817 wins vs. 839 losses), cipriani33 plays the long game: averaging over 56 moves per victory and still pushing through tough losses averaging 61 moves. Those demanding endgames aren't feared here — in fact, they happen more than half the time, revealing a player who loves to fight until the final rook is dancing.

Not just a struggler, cipriani33 is a comeback artist with a remarkable 73.81% success rate when staging reverse fights after falling behind — like a phoenix rising from the ashes of lost pieces and tough spots. However, the psychological battlefield has its toll, with a tilt factor of 9 signaling occasional emotional rollercoasters after tough defeats.

Interestingly, the player’s best chess hour is at the magical stroke of 1:00 AM, suggesting that cipriani33 might be a nocturnal strategist, plotting daring attacks while the rest of the world sleeps. White or black, the winning chances remain balanced, with a surprisingly higher success rate as Black — a subtle challenge to all who assume the initiative always favors White.

Recent Highlight:

In a recent battle of wits, cipriani33 snatched victory in an elegant game of the Center Game (C21), culminating in a checkmate after a thrilling 23 moves. A perfect reminder that perseverance, even with a moderate rating, can produce dazzling moments of triumph!

Fun Facts & Quirks:

• Favorite days to play? Sunday and Monday, when wins slightly edge above 50%.
• Early resignation is a rare sight, happening just over 5% of the time — a testament to fighting spirit.
• Enjoys testing the waters with less trodden openings like the Van ’t Kruijs and Pirc Defense Maroczy variations, racking up solid win ratios.
• Endgame fan? You bet — almost 60% of games go the distance.

Always ready to face new challengers — whether friend or foe — cipriani33 embodies the spirit of chess as a journey filled with ups, downs, and a lot of lessons (plus some late-night tactical fireworks). If you ever get a chance to play against this player, expect a game that’s a roller coaster of resilience, cunning, and maybe a bit of surprise underdog magic.