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Gary M Clark FM

Username: Clarkie60

Playing Since: 2021-12-21 (Inactive)

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Blitz: 2299
108W / 23L / 12D

Gary M Clark (Clarkie60) - FIDE Master

Meet Gary M Clark, a FIDE Master whose blitz games are more electrifying than your neighborhood power surge! With a peak blitz rating cracking 2314 and a blitz win rate hovering around 75.5%, Clarkie60 doesn't just play chess — they blitz it with style and flair.

Chess Odyssey

Starting from a humble blitz rating of 1196 in late 2021, Gary soared through the ranks to smash 2300+ in less than a year. Not famous for surrendering early, Clarkie60 boasts a zero percent early resignation rate — because why quit when you can outwit? Endgames are their playground, appearing in over 78% of their matches, and with average moves nearing 70 per win, they clearly like to savor every moment on the 64 squares.

Stats That Impress (And Maybe Intimidate)

  • Total Blitz Games: 143 battles fought in the fast lane.
  • Wins: A remarkable 108 with only 23 losses and 12 draws.
  • Longest Winning Streak: 16 consecutive victories - talk about a hot streak!
  • Comeback Ability: 83.33% win rate after they've lost a piece. Forget giving up — Clarkie60 thrives under pressure.
  • White Pieces Win Rate: Over 78% — they know how to put the pressure on!
  • Black Pieces Win Rate: A solid 72.86% — proving color is just a detail.

Playing Style & Psychological Traits

Gary’s games tend to be long, strategic, and full of tactical fireworks. With an average of 69 moves to victory and a strong knack for endgames, patience is definitely their secret weapon. And when things get tough? They bounce back with finesse — evidenced by an impressive 73.77% win rate even after losing a piece.

For anyone wondering when to challenge Clarkie60, Monday and Thursday are risky days with win rates surpassing 80%, and 12 PM is practically unbeatable. (Try not to play them after lunch unless you want your king to feel the heat!)

Notable Rivalries

Gary’s faced some opponents more times than a rerun episode of a favorite show. Their nemesis “amstar13” has been battled 5 times, with Clarkie60 winning about 60% of those showdowns. For most other frenemies, Clarkie60 tends to maintain an iron grip with a near-perfect 100% win rate against many regulars — a true blitz boss.

Memorable Games

Clarkie60’s recent games showcase a flair for sharp tactical battlegrounds, winning by both resignation and elegant checkmates. When the pressure mounts, Gary clicks the mouse like a ninja, delivering precision strikes that leave opponents scratching their heads — or their kings heading to the exit.

Final Thoughts

Whether it’s a casual blitz or a serious rated match, Gary M Clark plays chess with a mix of grace and grit that demands respect (and, occasionally, a little envy). If you see Clarkie60 challenging you online, brace yourself for a rollercoaster of calculated moves and relentless energy. Losing is not part of their vocabulary — but hey, even FIDE Masters take a bow now and then!


🆚 Opponent Insights

Most Played Opponents
Gregory Kilishek 3W / 2L / 0D
ahsan mashudi 4W / 0L / 0D
kennethsingh 3W / 0L / 0D
rickycabello 3W / 0L / 0D
testteegert 0W / 2L / 1D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2023 2288
2022 2246
2021 2109
Rating by Year20212022202322882109YearRatingBlitz

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2023 2W / 2L / 3D 3W / 3L / 0D 91.3
2022 21W / 6L / 2D 19W / 4L / 5D 70.2
2021 34W / 3L / 0D 29W / 5L / 2D 73.6

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 143 108 23 12 75.5%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 16 0
Losing 2 0