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Alfred Lipp CM

Feinspitz Wien Since 2015 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟♟
50.3%- 45.1%- 4.6%
Bullet 1983
1W 1L 0D
Blitz 1840
1762W 1492L 125D
Rapid 2212
8178W 7408L 785D
Daily 1191
2W 0L 0D

Alfred Lipp (Feinspitz) - Candidate Master, Rapid Specialist

Alfred Lipp, who often plays online as Feinspitz, is a Candidate Master known for ambitious opening choices and patient endgame technique. A true Rapid specialist, Alfred combines energetic middlegame tactics with an appetite for long, instructive finishes. Expect lots of Sicilian battles and Queen's Gambit maneuvering.

Career highlights

  • Holds the FIDE title Candidate Master and a strong track record in Rapid events.
  • Peak Rapid performances are captured in his stats: 2219 (2020-10-28).
  • Notable streaks: longest winning streak 17 games, longest losing streak 12 games.
  • Frequent rivals include kingpakz, lazer25 and plan_sarrain; these matchups helped shape his style.
  • Rating trend snapshot:
    Rapid Rating224921372025191318002015: 18962016: 18372020: 21312021: 20102022: 20222023: 21252024: 20882025: 22022026: 2212201520162020202120222023202420252026
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Playing style

Feinspitz mixes tactical sharpness with marathon endgames. He often steers positions toward complex imbalances and is comfortable grinding for an edge when others might simplify.

  • High endgame frequency and long average decisive games.
  • Average moves per win around 68. Alfred loves to finish his homework on the board.
  • Strong comeback rate and resilience after material setbacks.
  • Tilt factor is nonzero, which makes for entertaining narrative swings.

Openings and repertoire

Alfred favors dynamic, asymmetrical systems that lead to imbalanced play.

  • As Black versus 1.e4: the Sicilian Defense, including Dragon and Closed lines.
  • As White: Queen's Gambit Declined and related 3.Nc3 Bb4 systems.
  • Occasional offbeat experiments such as the Amazon Attack and Batavo Gambit to keep opponents guessing.
  • Deep Rapid samples in the Sicilian and QGD reflect deliberate preparation and consistent practice.

Head to head and notable opponents

  • kingpakz: 19 wins, 10 losses.
  • lazer25: 12 wins, 2 losses. See opponent profile: lazer25.
  • plan_sarrain: 11 wins, 4 losses.
  • Alfred tends to adapt quickly against familiar foes, turning repetition into an advantage.

Fun facts and placeholders

  • Preferred time control: Rapid. If a game is going long, he is in his element.
  • Typical first capture occurs near move 7, so the early middlegame matters a lot.
  • Replay a short illustrative sequence:
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  • Watch a memorable duel: Dramatic comeback.
  • Learn key terms in his playbook: Sicilian Defense and Queen's Gambit Declined.

Why follow Alfred Lipp?

Alfred Lipp, aka Feinspitz, is a Candidate Master whose Rapid games are ideal study material for players who want to learn opening diversity, middlegame tactics and deep endgame technique. His mix of preparation, stubborn technique and occasional comic blunders makes his games both educational and entertaining. SEO keywords: Alfred Lipp, Feinspitz, Candidate Master, Rapid chess, Sicilian Defense, Queen's Gambit Declined, chess openings, tactical comeback.

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