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Daniel Fernandez GM

Username: D-Fernandez

Location: Houston, TX

Playing Since: 2011-06-27 (Inactive)

Wow Factor: ♟

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Daily: 1232
2W / 0L / 0D
Rapid: 2482
1W / 0L / 0D
Blitz: 2821
164W / 32L / 7D
Bullet: 2652
242W / 69L / 11D

Daniel Fernandez – The Grandmaster with a Biological Edge

Meet Daniel Fernandez, a Grandmaster officially recognized by FIDE who thrives in the intricate ecosystem of the 64 squares. Like a master biologist of the chessboard, Daniel studies patterns, adapts quickly, and strikes precisely when the moment is ripe – a true evolutionary champion in the wild kingdom of chess!

From Tadpole to Grandmaster

Daniel’s rating metamorphosis is nothing short of spectacular. Starting with a rapid rating of 1379 back in 2011, he hatched into a formidable player, peaking at an impressive 2821 blitz rating by 2019. His bullet rating matured to a maximum of 2502, while rapid play saw him climb steadily to 2482. Clearly, Daniel’s growth curve rivals that of the most resilient species in the competitive landscape.

Opening Secrets and Hunting Strategy

Curious about his secret opening repertoire? Daniel keeps these tucked safely away – a Top Secret strategy that’s bewildered many opponents! Nonetheless, his win rates in these unknown openings are astonishing: nearly 73% in rapid, over 79% in bullet, and a staggering 81% in blitz. Whether it’s dawn or dusk on the chessboard, Daniel’s hunting instincts remain razor sharp.

Winning Streaks and Tactical Reflexes

With a record-breaking longest winning streak of 35 matches, Daniel's ability to maintain a winning “strain” is formidable. His tactical awareness is like a biological comeback mechanism; a remarkable 100% win rate after losing a piece shows his cellular-level resilience and regeneration in adverse conditions.

Opponent Ecosystem

Daniel’s competitive environment is diverse and complex. He has played numerous matches against some of the fiercest contenders like “sc3pt0r” with an almost Darwinian 97.67% win rate. Many of his opponents fall prey to his precision – consider him a top predator in his realm.

Psychology and Playstyle – The Brain and the Instincts

Even in the heat of battle, Daniel exhibits a low tilt factor of 6, showing that his nervous system is as composed as a stoic tortoise. His endgame frequency sits at a solid 64.38%, reflecting a patience and longevity rare in modern blitz hunters. With average moves per win near 62, his games are more of a strategic marathon than a flash in the pan – except when his prey is weak!

Chronobiology of a Chess Champion

Timing is critical, and Daniel knows when he’s most fertile for wins. His peak win rates flourish in early morning hours and around 6 AM (a whopping 96.55% win rate – maybe the queen likes sunrise?), and he also reigns supreme on Thursdays, boasting an 88.55% win rate. Clearly, Daniel’s chess circadian rhythm is finely tuned!

In summary, Daniel Fernandez is no mere player – he is a biological marvel of chess evolution, adapting continuously, thriving under pressure, and dominating his ecological niche with Grandmaster prowess. Whether blitz, bullet, or rapid, beware, for beneath that calm exterior lies a predator finely honed by countless battles on the 64-square wilderness.


🆚 Opponent Insights

Most Played Opponents
Harvey Sceptor 126W / 3L / 0D
Colin Stapczynski 10W / 4L / 0D
raskolnnikov 6W / 3L / 1D
Rogelio Jr Antonio 5W / 5L / 0D
supermagus 8W / 0L / 0D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2019 2502 2821 2482
2018 2500 2633
2017 2431 2542 1232
2015 2394 2501
2014 2294 2310 2200
2013 2524 2348
2012 2439 2348
2011 2326 2268 1379
Rating by Year2011201220132014201520172018201928211232YearRatingBulletBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2019 6W / 0L / 0D 4W / 3L / 1D 85.7
2018 9W / 0L / 0D 10W / 2L / 0D 45.5
2017 106W / 13L / 5D 105W / 20L / 2D 52.4
2015 39W / 9L / 0D 40W / 6L / 2D 72.6
2014 19W / 7L / 1D 19W / 7L / 1D 69.9
2013 11W / 7L / 1D 13W / 6L / 1D 83.2
2012 25W / 9L / 0D 25W / 7L / 1D 74.2
2011 58W / 12L / 0D 58W / 11L / 4D 72.2

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 232 188 37 7 81.0%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 439 348 80 11 79.3%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 11 8 2 1 72.7%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 3 3 0 0 100.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 35 1
Losing 6 0