Corkwell

Corkwell: The Rollercoaster Rapid Warrior

Meet Corkwell, the chess player whose rapid rating journey is nothing short of a thrilling saga. With a peak rating of 425 and a current rating just shy of that at 403 in 2025, Corkwell is a competitor who keeps fans on their toes—sometimes winning brilliantly, sometimes learning the hard way. Over 260 rapid games played, Corkwell has a record of 110 wins, 133 losses, and 17 draws, showing a fearless approach to the board where every game is a new adventure.

Opening Repertoire & Strategy

When it comes to openings, Corkwell has a particular fondness for the Van t Kruijs Opening, boasting a strong win rate of nearly 65%. The player's knack for the King’s Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation also shines through with a winning percentage over 60%. However, the English Opening Kings English Variation might be a work in progress, reflecting the charming unpredictability of Corkwell’s style—occasionally brilliant, occasionally baffling.

Playing Style & Mindset

Corkwell’s games tend to be lengthy affairs, averaging 61 moves when victorious but stretching to nearly 70 moves in losses. With an endgame frequency above 67%, this player is no stranger to the grind of promenade deep into the late stages—sometimes resembling a marathon, sometimes an interminable waiting room. A testament to tenacity: Corkwell has an impressive comeback rate of 67%, and remarkably, wins every game where a piece loss occurs, proving resilience is their middle name.

The Psychology Behind the Moves

Despite occasional tilt episodes (21% tilt factor, in case you’re wondering), Corkwell’s mindset is commendable. The player exhibits a 42% higher win rate in rated matches compared to casual games, showing they rise to the occasion. Though early resignations occur less than 10% of the time, the true spirit lies in battling fiercely through every game.

Timing & Opponents

Corkwell seems to perform best on Thursdays (58% win rate) and at the prime time hour of 10 AM with a striking 75% success rate—perhaps mornings bring out the inner chess ninja. Opponents beware: a few, like cyrilcauquil and jimbaround1234, have seen nothing but losses when facing Corkwell, while others might have their number.

Fun Fact

If there were a prize for the most eclectic chess journey, Corkwell would be a top contender. Expect exciting battles, the occasional unexpected twist, and a player who plays both to win and to entertain.