Introducing denver-1987: The Resilient Chess Challenger
Born from the digital depths of Chess.com, denver-1987 is a player who embodies the true spirit of fighting chess—gritty, ambitious, and never short on surprises. With a peak rapid rating of 1341 achieved in the late summer of 2022, this player’s journey has been a rollercoaster of ups, downs, and tactical twists.
Playing Style & Strengths
Known for an early resignation rate of just 3.3%, denver-1987 prefers to battle until the very last move, averaging about 57 moves in victories, which is basically a full Netflix episode for a chess match. Their endgame frequency sits comfortably above 50%, demonstrating a knack for squeezing wins from the late stages.
While their White win rate is a hair above 50%, the Black pieces have been equally challenging, holding right near 47%. But beware: their comeback rate is an impressive 63.5%—if you think you have them cornered, think again.
Favorite Openings (and Surprises!)
- Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation: A personal fortress, boasting a stellar 70% win rate in rapid games. Clearly, denver-1987 is comfortable shaking things up from the get-go.
- Petrov’s Defense Classical Variation: Their secret weapon with an 80% rapid win rate. A true king of quiet, positional battles.
- Italian Game: Attacking with flair, this opening yields a solid 57% win rate, proving a well-rounded opening repertoire.
On the flip side, their dabble into the Three Knights Opening has room for improvement, with a 35% win rate—because even the pros have their off days!
Time & Day: When’s denver-1987 Sharpshooting?
They’re a bit of a night owl (or a midnight strategist), with their best win % happening at 00:00 hours (a flawless 100% win rate, if only there were more games logged there). Early mornings and late evenings also provide sweet spots, with clever tactical bursts right around 4 AM and 8 AM.
Weekday Wednesdays and Thursdays offer decent success, while Saturdays and Sundays tend to be more laid-back. Maybe those weekend vibes don’t translate well over the 64 squares!
Recent Battles & Highlights
denver-1987’s latest exhilarating victory came via a ruthless checkmate delivered using the King's Gambit Declined, Queen's Knight Defense. The game was a tense 58-move saga, culminating in a precise final blow that left the opponent stunned.
Not all battles end in glory though. Their longest losing streak reached 12 games, a testament to the tough grind of the online chess arena. But like a true warrior, the current losing streak is just one, so the comeback is imminent and imminent it shall be.
Record & Rivalries
Overall, denver-1987 has played more than 500 rapid games, with an almost legendary 227 wins and 259 losses. Their daily chess stats shine brighter with a winning record of 46 victories against only 5 losses.
Among the most played opponents, zzisidazz stands out as a frequent rival (127 games!) with roughly a one-in-three victory rate for denver-1987, suggesting every game is a thrilling chapter in their ongoing chess saga.
A Final Thought
Denver-1987 might not be grandmaster level yet, but with a mix of stubborn resilience, tactical awareness, and a chess opening repertoire ready to surprise, this player proves that determination and heart often make the best champions. So if you find yourself across the board from denver-1987, prepare for a dogged battle and maybe a few unexpected curveballs!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| zzisidazz | 42W / 80L / 5D | View Games |
| llllprotossllll | 48W / 7L / 1D | View Games |
| bakhat-57 | 1W / 2L / 0D | View Games |
| lani1993 | 2W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
| bongcloudnut | 0W / 2L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 474 | 789 | 925 | |
| 2022 | 1201 | 717 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 73W / 76L / 4D | 71W / 83L / 1D | 50.7 |
| 2022 | 68W / 54L / 3D | 62W / 59L / 5D | 61.9 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Pawn Opening | 25 | 12 | 13 | 0 | 48.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 17 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 70.6% |
| Three Knights Opening | 17 | 6 | 10 | 1 | 35.3% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 15 | 7 | 8 | 0 | 46.7% |
| Philidor Defense | 15 | 7 | 8 | 0 | 46.7% |
| Italian Game | 14 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 57.1% |
| Bishops Opening | 13 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 53.9% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 11 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 54.5% |
| Petrovs Defense Classical Variation | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 80.0% |
| Sicilian Defense Smith Morra Gambit | 10 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Pawn Opening | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Petrovs Defense | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Petrovs Defense Three Knights Game | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Variation | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Modern Defense Norwegian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Ruy Lopez Opening Morphy Defense Exchange Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Ruy Lopez Opening Classical Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giuoco Piano Game Evans Accepted McDonnell Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Alekhines Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Four Knights Game Italian Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Four Knights Game Double Spanish Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Four Knights Game Spanish Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 9 | 0 |
| Losing | 12 | 1 |