Player Profile: davidsonly
Meet davidsonly, a blitz virtuoso and chess enthusiast who has danced on the 64 squares longer than many have been pondering their next move. With a peak blitz rating of 2399 achieved in August 2019, davidsonly is no stranger to fast and furious tactical battles where every second counts—sometimes more than a pawn!
Career Highlights
Starting off with a modest blitz rating around 1200 in 2012, davidsonly steadily climbed through the ranks, reaching the dizzying heights of over 2300 by 2019. That climb wasn't without stumbles, however, including a notorious 14-game losing streak (because who’s perfect, right?), but resilience is davidsonly’s middle name, reflected in a longest winning streak of 18.
Playing Style
With an average game length close to 70 moves in winning games, davidsonly is patient and persistent, never rushing the endgame—79% endgame frequency proves they love the long haul. White pieces carry a slight advantage, boasting a 52.57% win rate, while black fights hard with a respectable 46.64%. Early resignations are pretty rare (0.94%), because quitting is not in the vocabulary.
Favorite Openings
Davidsonly's opening repertoire is as diverse as it is effective. Some fan favorites:
- Ruy Lopez Opening, Berlin Defense: 1777 games played with about a 50% win rate. Classic and sturdy!
- Pirc Defense, Classical Variation: A killer choice with a fantastic 63.5% win rate in blitz.
- London System: Solid as a rock, played over 1000 times.
- Indian Game Spielmann Variation: Tactical and sharp, with an impressive 56.74% win rate.
Tactical Awareness & Psychological Insights
With an 85% comeback rate after setbacks, davidsonly shows the heart of a true fighter. Their ability to bounce back after losing a piece is almost 48%, making opponents wary of rushing into material gains. The notorious tilt factor stands at 14—sometimes losing a game hurts, but never for long. Best time to challenge davidsonly? Around 11 AM when the mind is freshest.
Notable Games
One recent masterpiece: a 2019 blitz game showcasing a vicious assault in the Pirc Defense Classical Variation, where davidsonly delivered a beautiful checkmate after 34 moves featuring precise queen and pawn advances.
General Stats & Fun Facts
- Total blitz wins: 17,261 versus 15,564 losses - a true warrior!
- Bullet peak rating of 2203 means speed demons beware.
- Has played over 20,000 blitz games, proving dedication (and maybe a time-turner).
- Loves Sunday mornings and late evenings - watch out at 6 and 5 AM where win rates soar above 51%.
In short, davidsonly is the kind of player who thrives on deep strategic play with a dash of speed and tactical flair, never shying away from a challenge, and ready to turn the tide with a grin... or at least a determined frown.