Francis Denaque

Francis Denaque: The Chess Cake Conqueror

Known across the digital boards as FChessCake, Francis Denaque is a rapid-fire thinker whose chess journey is as rich and layered as a well-baked cake. His ventures on the 64-square battlefield reveal a player who thrives in rapid and blitz formats, juggling wins and losses like a baker flips pancakes – sometimes landing perfectly, sometimes a bit messy but always flavorful.

Playing Profile

Francis’s peak rapid rating hit 633 in May 2025, showcasing his knack for bold openings like the King’s Pawn Opening, where he boasts a respectable 53.45% win rate. Not one to shy from calculated risk, his favorite defenses include the Horwitz Defense and the Bishop's Opening, both giving him over 60% wins in rapid games. On blitz boards, he dazzles with the King’s Pawn Opening again, racking nearly 61% wins, though the Scandinavian Defense has been less forgiving, testing his resilience to the max.

Battle Stats & Style

Over the course of 159 rapid games, Francis has secured 74 wins against 65 losses and 20 draws – a testament to his never-say-die attitude. His longest win streak of 9 games would warm the coldest chessboard heart, while his psychological tilt factor is a mere 6, proving he's only mildly rattled when the pawns don’t fall in line.

A strategic finisher at heart, Francis's games average 54 moves per win and stretch to 68 moves when things don't go his way. He tends to resign early just 3.36% of the time—because hey, even cake needs some rest before the next round! His endgame frequency is high (64.81%), illustrating patience – and maybe an inexplicable love for the slow dance of kings and pawns.

Notable Victories & Openings

His recent triumphs include a rapid dispatch of opponent xxagon using the classic King’s Pawn Opening, sealing the deal by resignation before the clock ticked away. In blitz, Francis has turned to the Englund Gambit with surprising effectiveness, showing off a 66.67% win rate on this cheeky opening.

Timing & Tendencies

Early afternoon seems to be the time when Francis’s mind rises like perfectly whipped batter—his best play occurs around 1 PM, with a stellar 66.67% win rate at that hour. Mondays and Tuesdays are also sweet spots, with over 50% win rates as he kicks off the week and keeps the momentum.

Opponents Beware!

Francis dances carefully with opponents like mosttromanny and arronsmalldik, showing mixed results and a 50% win record against some familiar foes. But it's clear from his extensive and diverse opponent list that he is always ready to slice through defenses with a combination as well-planned as a layered tiramisu.

In Conclusion

Whether he’s biting into a blitz game or savoring a slow, daily match (where he holds a spotless 800 rating from a solitary victory), Francis "FChessCake" Denaque embodies the joy, challenge, and unpredictable sweetness of chess. Always ready to mix aggressive openings with tactical awareness, he’s the kind of player who may just checkmate your king before you finish your morning coffee.

Bon appétit and good luck!