Profile of François (aka Francissaucisseprime)
Meet François, a rapid-fire chess warrior with a rating rollercoaster that would make even the boldest thrill-seeker dizzy! Sporting a peak Rapid rating of 638 in May 2025, François has shown a remarkable ability to bounce back after setbacks, boasting a comeback rate close to 68%. Whether it’s the blistering pace of Bullet games or the strategic depths of Daily chess, François has dabbled in all formats — sometimes winning, sometimes learning.
Chess Journey & Playing Style
François’s style is a curious mix of patience and unpredictability. He averages nearly 50 moves per win, proving that good things come to those who wait... or who outlast their opponents’ stamina. He does have a playful streak, resigning early less than 5% of the time — a humble approach, or maybe just an aversion to unnecessary suffering. François’s chess clock prefers the sunset hours, with the best winning chances occurring at 17:00 when the mind apparently sharpens to a razor’s edge.
Favorite Openings
The mysterious Top Secret opening takes center stage in François’s repertoire, with nearly 340 rapid games logged. But anyone who thinks that’s all intrigue and no fun should note his affection for the Accelerated London System and the Horwitz Defense—where his win rates climb above 50%, even hitting a striking 87.5% in the Horwitz Defense in rapid games. Clearly, François knows how to blend surprise with strategy.
Notable Records & Rivals
François’s chess ledger reads almost like a saga of epic battles: over 261 wins to 230 losses and a handful of draws in rapid. Against familiar rivals like glgrandmasterindia and youyou978, the chessboard is a battlefield with intense back-and-forth, but François has learned to keep cool—his tilt factor is impressively low at 5. Opponents beware: François has a 100% win rate over a charmingly long list of players, proving he can be as merciless as a hungry French sausage (which, as his username suggests, might just be the spirit animal).
Memorable Moments
Recently, François secured a fine victory by resignation with Black against shanny1117 in a King's Pawn Opening, showcasing sleek tactical awareness and a temperament that refuses to crumble under pressure. And sure, not every game is a triumph—losses come with a sprinkle of humility, but our player marches on, ready to turn the tactical tables with each move.
Fun Facts
- Prefers playing on weekends, boasting a 60.44% win rate on Saturdays.
- Master of psychological warfare — practically immune to tilting.
- Can switch from brain-melting Bullet games (where games last seconds) to deep positional Dailies with equal flair.
In a nutshell, François is the kind of player who embodies the spirit of chess: a blend of passion, strategy, resilience, and a tiny dash of culinary wit. Whether you call him François or Francissaucisseprime, one thing’s for sure — underestimating him means preparing for a checkmate with a side of laughter.
