Profile Summary: dani040994
Meet dani040994, a spirited chess warrior whose journey on the 64 squares is anything but dull. With a rapid rating that has soared to a peak of 723 in late 2024, dani040994 is no stranger to the battlefield of minds.
Starting from humble beginnings—hovering around the low 200s in early 2024—their rise through the ranks has been as dynamic as a knight on a tightrope. In just over a year and a half, they’ve battled their way through nearly 800 rapid games, amassing over 420 wins!
Playing Style & Strengths
- Known for the Van t Kruijs Opening, which dani040994 plays like it’s their secret weapon—boasting a respectable 50.37% win rate over 407 games.
- Not afraid to tango with the French Defense in its many flavors, including the Knight and Queens Knight Variations, with win rates climbing as high as 62.5% in some lines.
- Has a penchant for the Reti Opening, where the swords get crossed in swift, cunning battles (a stellar 66.67% win rate!).
Statistics & Quirks
Despite the grind, dani040994 keeps their cool with a tilt factor of just 10, proving they don’t throw their boards around after a tough match. They tend to end games thoughtfully, averaging around 52 moves per win, which suggests patience and resilience aplenty.
The early bird might get the worm, but this player shines brightest around 5 AM — apparently, checkmates taste better with a cup of coffee.
Notable Streaks & Opponents
This fearless competitor once swept through 8 consecutive wins, only to be rattled by a tough (and somehow longer) losing streak of 10 games – hey, even grandmasters have off days.
Their rivalry list reads like a who's who of online adversaries, with multiple showdowns against foes such as wiredarma and fedekl3. They boast a 75% win rate against wiredarma, proving that some rivalries just bring out the best.
Recent Highlights
In their latest masterpiece, dani040994 clinched victory through time management savvy, outlasting opponent juliuscarlos1 after a tactical spectacle in the Van t Kruijs Opening. The clock may have ticked down, but so did their opponent’s chances.
Though not invincible, dani040994 continues to learn from every loss, battling against players like victor07d and abhitle — keeping their eyes on the prize and moves sharp.
Final Thought
In the grand arena of chess.com, dani040994 is proof that progress takes time, patience, and a healthy dose of stubbornness. Whether executing a sly Reti opening or locking down the board in a late endgame, this player reminds us all that the game never sleeps — and neither do they at 5 AM checkmate hour.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| fedekl3 | 1W / 3L / 0D | View Games |
| tourtill | 2W / 2L / 0D | View Games |
| wiredarma | 3W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
| cristianonn | 2W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
| weeluzz | 1W / 2L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 605 | |||
| 2024 | 692 | 436 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 23W / 28L / 0D | 22W / 30L / 0D | 47.4 |
| 2024 | 198W / 160L / 22D | 184W / 184L / 10D | 55.6 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 407 | 205 | 178 | 24 | 50.4% |
| French Defense Normal Variation | 80 | 34 | 45 | 1 | 42.5% |
| French Defense | 57 | 30 | 26 | 1 | 52.6% |
| French Defense Knight Variation | 40 | 25 | 14 | 1 | 62.5% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Horwitz Defense | 39 | 18 | 19 | 2 | 46.1% |
| Reti Opening | 33 | 22 | 11 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Sicilian Defense French Variation | 25 | 9 | 16 | 0 | 36.0% |
| French Defense Queens Knight Variation | 23 | 14 | 8 | 1 | 60.9% |
| French Defense Steinitz Attack | 16 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 56.2% |
| Closed Sicilian Defense | 14 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 42.9% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| French Defense Queens Knight Variation | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 8 | 0 |
| Losing | 10 | 1 |