Profile: Chess Player "dougbarth"
Meet dougbarth, a relentless chess battler who navigates the 64 squares with a mix of cunning strategy and a dash of unpredictability. With a peak rapid rating of 768 achieved in December 2024 and a daily peak of 1282 in January 2025, dougbarth has shown steady growth from a modest beginning at 536 in early 2023. Not bad for someone who just might be toying with the idea of turning pro... or maybe he’s just really committed to racking up those Creative Checkmates!
Style & Strengths
dougbarth loves the endgame, engaging in it over half the time he plays—52.8% to be precise. Perhaps too fond of the dramatic finish, his losses tend to drag a bit longer than his wins (averaging almost 60 moves before conceding), proving he’s not a quitter unless absolutely necessary: his early resignation rate is a mere 3.53%. When playing white, our hero enjoys a respectable 53% win rate, though Black pieces offer a tougher nut to crack at 41%.
A true chess gladiator, dougbarth’s comeback rate is an impressive 71%. Losing a piece? No problem. Doug battles on with a gritty 40% win rate despite material setbacks. And yes, he knows how to deliver the final blow: 46 wins by checkmate, complemented by 30 via resignation—so his opponents either see the writing on the wall or get checkmated before they realize what happened.
Opening Repertoire
Queens Pawn? The Chigorin Variation is dougbarth’s playground, boasting a solid 56% win rate over 16 rapid games. The Scotch Game is also a favored battlefield, bringing home 5 wins out of 8 and a lovely 62.5% success rate. Less lucky are explorations into the French Defense and the Queen's Pawn Zukertort lines. But hey, not everyone can be National Champion — that's what rematch bells are for!
His daily games reveal some eclectic tastes, scoring perfect wins in the Italian Game, Philidor Defense, and even the English Opening with Anglo Scandinavian Defense. Clearly, dougbarth is not afraid to mix things up, keeping opponents guessing.
Battle Record & Notable Facts
Across all rapid games, dougbarth has battled through 152 fights with 69 wins and 83 losses—undeniably competitive but still searching for consistent dominance. Fair warning to opponents: his longest winning streak hit 5 games, but he's felt the sting of a brutal 12-game losing streak—because every hero has their trials.
When it comes to playing time, legend has it that 11 AM is dougbarth’s chess sweet spot, with a perfect 100% win rate at that hour. Perhaps fueled by morning coffee or simply the universe aligning, this player shines brightest before most people’s second cup.
Recent Triumph & Defeat
In a recent dramatic rapid encounter, dougbarth executed a stylish checkmate using the Queen's Pawn Opening — Blackmar Gambit line, dazzling the opponent tyler_evil with a combination that ended with the move Rxd2#. The game was won after a tactical ballet of sacrifices and threats demonstrating both bravery and vision.
Of course, victory and defeat go hand in hand. Not far behind was a tough loss by resignation against Bdelgado1998, where perseverance met a stronger opponent’s precise play. dougbarth’s resilience, however, means every loss is just motivation for the next checkmate.
In Summary
Whether you’re an admirer of bold openings, grueling endgames, or just the charm of a player who refuses to give up, dougbarth is an engaging presence on the chessboard. With a tactical mind that can claw back from the brink and a penchant for theatrical finishes, dougbarth proves that chess is not just a game of kings and queens—it’s a game of heart. So, watch out and beware: this player might just resign your expectations... right before checkmating you.