Cyril Cauquil

Profile: Cyril Cauquil

Meet Cyril Cauquil, a rapid and blitz regular whose chess journey is sprinkled with both crafty wins and the occasional "Oops, missed that fork!" moments. With a chess rating rollercoaster peaking at 787 in blitz and a respectable 459 in rapid formats (in the year 2025, no less), Cyril proves to be a formidable opponent who knows how to keep things interesting.

Playing Style & Stats

Predominantly a rapid player, Cyril boasts a solid win record with 123 wins out of 252 rapid games, showing resilience and a flair for the dramatic with an impressive 59% comeback rate after setbacks. Although not immune to losses, his early resignation rate is a low 5.36%, suggesting he battles till the end more often than not. On average, his wins span about 52 moves—so don't expect quick shortcuts when facing him!

Intriguingly, Cyril seems to favor the black pieces slightly more, winning 51.54% of his games with them compared to 47.62% with white. And if you’re planning to play him on a Friday or Thursday, you might want to buckle up—Cyril wins 50% and around 56% respectively on these days, showing his weekday strategy is no joke. Evenings are prime time too; he has an impressive 90% win rate at 12 PM and a strong showing between 9 PM and 11 PM.

Opening Adventures

Cyril’s go-to openings hint at a strategic and varied toolkit: from a flawless 100% win record in the Bishop's Opening in rapid to domination with the Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation (83.3% wins). He also dabble in classics like the King's Pawn Opening, where he boasts a no-loss record and a 68% win rate—clearly not just pawns in battle but pawns that march smartly.

Memorable Matches

His recent triumph over shakinpelaaja_xyz was sealed with a checkmate in 34 moves during a Queen's Gambit Declined – Chigorin Defense showdown, showcasing Cyril's ability to navigate the middlegame maze and round it off with flair. However, no chess tale is complete without setbacks. Cyril's recent battles against opponents like corkwell and vimaribel have been tough lessons—yet each loss is seasoned with opportunities for laughter, learning, and a rematch.

Psychological Quirks

With a tilt factor of 6 (moderate by chess player standards), Cyril knows just how to keep his cool... most of the time. His knack for bouncing back after losing a piece with a perfect 100% win rate in those situations speaks volumes of his determination and tactical awareness. If you think you caught him off guard, think again—Cyril might just outfox you in the endgame.

The Verdict

Whether you're an opening theorist or a tactical brawler, Cyril Cauquil is a player who embraces the full spectrum of chess drama. From clever gambits to thrilling comebacks, he turns the 64 squares into a playground of strategy, surprises, and occasional smiles. Ready to take him on? Just beware—the bishop is watching, and the rook is ready to pounce!