Cyrus Hamedani (aka Daymaress)
Meet Cyrus Hamedani, the rapid-fire tactician of the chessboard whose journey through the chess universe is anything but ordinary. Sporting the username Daymaress, Cyrus has turned quick-thinking into an art form, often navigating complex positions faster than most people can decide what to have for lunch.
Rating Highlights & Style
- Peak Rapid rating: 773 (June 2025) – not bad for someone who probably takes chess breaks chasing coffee.
- Peak Bullet rating: 629 (January 2023) – lightning speed meets tactical mayhem!
- Peak Blitz rating: 458 (March 2023) – the mid-speed challenge where Cyrus keeps an eye on every move (and the clock).
- Peak Daily rating: 522 (February 2023) – steady and strategic, the slow burn from the comfort of a cozy chair.
Playing Style & Personality
Cyrus is a player who values deep endgames, with nearly half his games reaching that thrilling final frontier. An infamous early resignation rate of just over 7% suggests he’s not one to give up without a fight—unless it’s brunch time. His average moves per game hover around the mid-50s, which says he’s a loyal combatant who enjoys the full narrative of the game, from opening to checkmate (or that awkward stalemate).
His win rate while playing white and black are quite balanced, showing he’s comfortable whether he kicks off the dance or responds to his opponent’s lead. And despite the strains of intense competition, Cyrus boasts a comeback rate of over 62%, proving resilience is one of his secret weapons. Even losing a piece is just another challenge to overcome, as he wins over 40% of games despite setbacks.
Opening Repertoire
A fan of the Italian Game (where he famously delivered a checkmate in a recent match!), Cyrus also experiments with a diverse mix of openings like the Bishop’s Opening, King’s Pawn Opening, and the Queen’s Pawn Zukertort Chigorin Variation. Oh, and don’t overlook his willingness to venture into the less traveled Englund Gambit—because who doesn’t love a little sneaky fun to throw opponents off?
Recent Battles
Just recently, on June 1, 2025, Cyrus crushed it in a swift and elegant checkmate against redfernangel using the classic Italian Game. His tactical vision and aggressive queen maneuvering culminated in a stunning Q-g6 mate. Not one to rest on laurels, the day before, he also dominated BENCOSAUVAGE with solid positional play and a relentless pawn march in a Queen’s Pawn Chigorin Variation encounter.
But hey, even champions stumble. The same day as his radiant victory, Cyrus tasted defeat at the hands of xScizoRx, reminding us all that even the best have their “off days” — or moments when the coffee’s just not strong enough.
Fun Facts
- Long winning streak: 9 games — like a boss.
- Longest losing streak: a humble 10 games — everyone must balance success with humility.
- Favorite time to embrace chess madness? The mystical hour of 3 AM, when strategy meets caffeine dreams.
- Most played opponent: daymares27, with a respectable ~73% win rate. Clearly, a rivalry for the ages!
Cyrus Hamedani might not be grandmaster-level (yet!), but with a fierce spirit, a varied opening deck, and a penchant for dramatic comebacks, he’s one to watch on Chess.com. Just don’t challenge him right before his morning espresso — that’s a recipe for endless checkmates.
