Profile Summary: EricKidd1
Meet EricKidd1, a chess enthusiast whose journey through the 64 squares is as thrilling as a roller coaster — sometimes a victory lap, sometimes a flight on the struggle bus!
Ratings & Performance
- Blitz: Peaked at an impressive 393 in April 2025, showcasing a daring and dynamic style. With 20 wins and 25 losses, Eric embraces every challenge head-on—even when the going gets tough.
- Rapid: Achieved a peak rating of 327 in early 2024, proving that patience and speed can indeed go hand in hand. With a nearly even win-loss record, Eric shows versatility across tempos.
- Bullet: A newer battleground for Eric, with a peak of 188 and fighting through more losses than wins, but hey, every grandmaster was once a beginner!
Playing Style & Strategy
EricKidd1 loves variety in openings but clearly has some favorite lines. A perfect 100% win rate in Blitz using the Bishop's Opening and Alekhine's Defense proves he's not afraid to mix it up. Beware the Pirc Defense though—it's given Eric a tough time!
Not one to throw in the towel easily, Eric's impressive 66.67% comeback rate shows a dogged determination to fight back, even when a piece is lost. Patience is a virtue too—with an average of 45 moves per win, Eric plays for the long game.
On Psychological Trends
Eric's "tilt factor" is a modest 6 — sometimes frustration creeps in after a tough loss, but nothing that can't be shaken off by the next game! His best time to strategize and checkmate opponents? 3 PM, when his win rate rises to a perfect 100% in played hours.
A Notable Recent Victory
In a spectacular finish on May 23, 2025, Eric checkmated danro89 with a thrilling King's Pawn Opening — a game full of tactical fireworks and queen antics (we won't spoil it, but check it out here!).
Quirks & Fun Facts
- Wins and loses almost equally with White and Black, proving color is just a number.
- Longest winning streak: three games — steady and strong. Longest losing streak: six games — a perfect time for some serious comeback stories!
- Eric’s resilience shines: he wins 88.89% of games against players rated below him. Talk about confidence boost!
Whether crushing opponents with the Bishop’s Opening or grappling with tricky Pirc scenarios, EricKidd1 is a spirited player who brings excitement and unpredictability to every game. With a knack for dramatic comebacks and a killer instinct at 3 PM, he’s a player worth watching – or challenging if you dare!
