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Username: ExploringChess

Location: Aachen

Playing Since: 2019-08-14 (Inactive)

Wow Factor: ♟

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Blitz: 2657
71W / 67L / 19D
Bullet: 2419
3W / 5L / 0D

Christian Braun: The International Master of the Chessboard

Christian Braun, known in chess circles as a formidable International Master accredited by FIDE, is a player who navigates the 64 squares with a blend of strategy, grit, and a surprising dash of flair. The name might sound serious—but don't be fooled; Christian's game comes with a playful edge that often leaves opponents wondering if they've just been outwitted or out-joked.

Speed Demon of the Blitz Arena

2019 was a whirlwind year with blitz ratings soaring as high as 2966, followed by a respectable 2657 peak in 2020. Over 150 blitz games with a win rate hovering around 45% show that Christian is no stranger to fast-paced duels, even if sometimes the losses sneak in faster than expected. Bullet chess (think: chess on caffeine) saw fewer matches but no shortage of intensity, with Christian scoring wins in nearly 40% of encounters in 2019.

Opening Moves: Top Secret Strategy

Christian’s opening repertoire is intriguingly codenamed Top Secret—perhaps a nod to their mysterious, unpredictable style. With an impressive win count out of 157 blitz games using this opening, it’s clear that Christian’s enemies are often left guessing (and losing).

Streaks, Comebacks, and Psychological Fortitude

Boasting a longest winning streak of 7 and a current streak of 3, Christian’s resilience is legendary. With a 93% comeback rate and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece, this player transforms adversity into opportunity like a master illusionist. That tilt factor is low (just 7), suggesting Christian’s cool-headedness remains intact, even after a bad move or two.

Playing Style & Personality

Endgames are Christian’s playground—engaging in them with roughly 80 moves per game, which practically makes every battle feel like a season finale. White or black pieces, this player consistently performs above 40% win rate, proving adaptability is key. Not one to throw in the towel early, Christian has a zero early resignation rate, showing the kind of dogged determination that opponents remember long after the game's over.

Friendly Rivalries and Memorable Opponents

From “viraldus” to “tigrvshlyape”, many opponents have tested their luck—some with perfect success against Christian, others facing the full force of Christian's strategic prowess and sense of humor. Take heart, competitors: losing to Christian means you've met someone who can both challenge and chuckle.

In short, Christian Braun is not just a chess player; they’re a chess adventurer, weaving tactics and psychology with a wink and a smile. Whether moving at bullet speed or grinding through an 80-move endgame marathon, Christian embodies the spirit of chess: serious, clever, and occasionally delightfully unexpected.


🆚 Opponent Insights

Most Played Opponents
Artem Omelja 2W / 0L / 2D
Christov Kleijn 2W / 1L / 0D
Ravi Haria 3W / 0L / 0D
Алексей Павельев 2W / 1L / 0D
sigurbjorn 1W / 1L / 0D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2020 2657
2019 2269 2556
Rating by Year2019202026572556YearRatingBlitz

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2020 12W / 6L / 1D 9W / 4L / 1D 76.3
2019 27W / 31L / 8D 26W / 31L / 9D 80.4

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 157 71 67 19 45.2%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 8 3 5 0 37.5%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 7 3
Losing 7 0