Olivier Dussaut

Olivier Dussaut (aka duss34)

Meet Olivier Dussaut, a chess enthusiast whose rating journey resembles a rollercoaster more than a gentle climb. In the rapid format, Olivier has dazzled with a peak rating of 504 in early 2025, showcasing flashes of brilliance amid battles fought across hundreds of games. Blitz portrays a similar tale, with a fiery peak rating of 583—proof that when the clock ticks fast, Olivier is ready to dance with the pieces.

Playing Style & Strengths

Olivier tends to engage chess battles with patience, averaging about 46 moves to triumph, and bravery, enduring longer matches even in defeat. Known for tactical awareness, Olivier boasts a comeback rate near 62%, proving he’s not one to surrender easily—and when a piece is lost, there’s still more than a one-in-three chance he’ll wrest victory from the jaws of despair.

The Openings Arsenal

• Rapid Favorites: From the surprisingly successful Englund Gambit (80% win rate)—yes, that tricky gambit!—to the reliable French Defense with over 65% wins, Olivier favors dynamic and sometimes unconventional openings.
• Blitz Boutique: While blitz openings have less volume, Olivier shines with a perfect record in his one game each of the Van't Kruijs Opening, Bishops Opening, and the tricky Reti Opening Kings Indian Attack.

Notable Records & Rivalries

Olivier has tangled multiple times with players like metodistka and lukeyj42, though these matches have been a mix of triumphs and challenges. His win rate against opponents like mohannad-ben-masoad and zachenzo is a stellar 100%, indicating some fierce dueling prowess. On the flip side, players like hamidderf and masterpeef know the sting of victory over him, reminding us that every king must beware the occasional checkmate.

Moments of Chess Glory

One of Olivier’s recent masterpieces came in a rapid game on May 30, 2025, against mohannad-ben-masoad. Pushing the Ponziani Opening with confidence, Olivier strategically executed a forceful attack culminating in a victorious resignation from his opponent. It was a classical demonstration of patience turning into power—like a ninja patiently waiting to strike with a bishop’s dagger.

Psychological Quirks & Fun Facts

Olivier’s tilt factor stands at a modest 10—a sign he keeps his cool more often than not. His best playing time is oddly early mornings around 5 AM. So if you ever see him suddenly online at that hour, expect sparks to fly on the virtual chessboard. Early resignation is rare (only about 6.6%), meaning Olivier prefers to fight until the last pawn falls.

In summary, Olivier Dussaut (duss34) is a gritty, sometimes unpredictable player who turns chess into a thrilling saga of wins, losses, and tight matches. Whether battling with classical French Defense or pulling off gambit surprises, he’s a player who keeps both friends and foes on their toes—and keeps the game endlessly entertaining.

Keep your queens close and your knights closer when facing Olivier!