Ryan Lane (Finejupiter)
Candidate Master
Meet Ryan Lane, known in the chess world by the equally stellar username Finejupiter. They’ve earned the prestigious Candidate Master title from FIDE — because apparently just being good at chess wasn't enough, right? Ryan's journey through the ranks is a thrilling rollercoaster of checkmates, victories by timeout (yes, that sneaky clock once decided the fate), and the occasional painful defeat that ensures every battleground is worthy of a gladiator.
Rating & Style
Ryan boasts peak ratings of 2244 in Bullet, 2463 in Blitz (watch out!), and a rapid peak of 2154. Their prowess particularly shines in lightning-fast time controls where reflexes and razor-sharp calculations reign supreme.
They have a knack for the endgame — with over 72% of games reaching those nerve-wracking final moments — showcasing patience, strategy, and a hint of stubbornness.
Ryan prefers to keep the competition guessing, sporting an impressively low early resignation rate of just 4.48%. Giving up? Not in their vocabulary!
Winning Habits & Quirks
Ever heard of a 21-game winning streak? Ryan’s lived it — a blitzkrieg proving lightning can indeed strike the same place twice (and then a dozen more times). Their comeback rate is a staggering 81%, meaning losing a piece? Just fuel for a spectacular turnaround.
Timing is everything: 14:00 (2 PM) is Ryan’s golden hour—a perfect chess storm when their win rate hits 100%. So, if you see Finejupiter logged on at 2 PM, prepare for a challenge!
Favorite Openings & Opponents
While Ryan keeps their opening repertoire a secret (literally labeled “Top Secret” in the stats!), the record speaks volumes — a whopping 75.86% win rate in Bullet with this mystery arsenal.
As for opponents, some have better luck than others. Ryan dispatches players like bzdurekyt and rojitto with a perfect 100% win rate, while the fiery battles with others provide spicy challenges.
Memorable Moments
Ryan’s recent masterpiece? A dramatic checkmate against ThePandaWarrior in March 2025, topping off a series of tactical fireworks that left spectators both astonished and wondering how many times they blinked.
From calculated strikes to the thrill of last-second time scrambles, Ryan’s games blend strategy and excitement — all served with a dash of the unexpected.
In Conclusion
Ryan Lane is not just a player but an experience — a whirlwind of brilliant tactics, psychological warfare against both clock and opponent, and an indomitable spirit that turns every match into a story worth telling. Whether blazing through bullet or battling in rapid, Finejupiter reminds us all why we love the game: surprises, strategy, and the sweet victory of a well-played checkmate.
Coach's Advice
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🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Maciej Rytel | 4W / 0L / 0D | View Games |
| Gonzalo Rojo | 3W / 0L / 0D | View Games |
| LJTT10 | 3W / 0L / 0D | View Games |
| npkosmidis | 3W / 0L / 0D | View Games |
| rshady | 1W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2276 | 2400 | ||
| 2024 | 2056 | 2218 | 2145 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 44W / 25L / 2D | 36W / 31L / 3D | 69.3 |
| 2024 | 9W / 6L / 1D | 8W / 7L / 0D | 68.8 |
Openings: Most Played
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amar Gambit | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Barnes Defense | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| QGD: 3.Nc3 Nf6 4.e3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Benoni Defense: Benoni Gambit Accepted | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| French Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Unknown | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amar Gambit | 11 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 45.5% |
| Sicilian Defense: Chekhover Variation | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 60.0% |
| French Defense | 10 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Barnes Defense | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line | 8 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 12.5% |
| Scotch Game | 8 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 12.5% |
| Ruy Lopez: Brix Variation | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 20.0% |
| Indian Defense: Przepiorka Variation | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: O'Kelly Variation | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Réti Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Amar Gambit | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 21 | 0 |
| Losing | 5 | 2 |