Profile of Daniel Cheng (cjxchess17)
Meet Daniel Cheng, proudly holding the title of National Master, a true testament to their dedication and skill on the chessboard. Daniel isn't your everyday player; with a peak Daily rating climbing up to 2115, and an explosive Bullet rating soaring as high as 2634, they light up online arenas with tactical fireworks and strategic prowess.
Daniel's journey through the ranks has been a rollercoaster of brilliant wins and hard-fought battles. Whether it’s the adrenaline-fueled blitz or the rapid-fire bullet games, Daniel's win rates are consistently above 50%, proving they've got the stamina and cunning to outwit opponents in any time control. They tend to sparkle brightest in the afternoon hours, especially around 4 PM, making it the best time of day to catch their genius moves.
A master of resilience, Daniel boasts an impressive comeback rate of 78.26% — meaning when the chips are down, they possess the grit and cunning to turn the game on its head. Their games tend to run long (averaging 67 moves in wins), so prepare for a marathon, not a sprint. Early resignations? Nah, that’s only 8.84% of their games — a testament to their fighting spirit!
Daniel's favorite openings are intriguingly dubbed "Top Secret" and "Unknown Opening," suggesting a penchant for the mysterious and unconventional. Against these enigmatic styles, they sport win rates up to an awe-inspiring 90.3% in Rapid games! So much for predictable plays.
Off the battlefield, Daniel likes to keep things interesting — balancing seriousness with a dash of humor. With a tilt factor of 19, they’re human enough to get annoyed but chess enough to recover quickly. When not plotting checkmates or racing against the clock in bullet mode (where they've racked up nearly 5,000 wins!), Daniel enjoys the thrill of outmaneuvering chess buddies like "jakker2" and "thechesskid2021," who have been their most frequent foes.
Recent Highlights
- Latest victory was a smooth resignation win against a formidable opponent, showcasing Daniel's sharp endgame skills.
- Every loss is a lesson: the most recent ones remind us that even masters have their off days (and maybe forgot their coffee).
In summary, Daniel Cheng (aka cjxchess17) is a chess force to be reckoned with — a strategic enigma wrapped in a puzzle, driving their opponents to the brink with relentless pressure and brilliant tactics. Whether bullet, blitz, rapid, or daily, Daniel’s name is one to remember when the clock is ticking and the kings are trembling.
