Player Profile: frankf1016
Meet frankf1016, a chess aficionado whose online journey is as dynamic as the openings used in their games. Starting modestly with a daily rating of 343, frankf1016 has shown a steady climb, peaking impressively at 901 in October 2024. Not bad for someone who occasionally feels the sting of a 12-game losing streak and is not a stranger to the dramatic ups and downs of online chess life.
Known for their fierce attacking style, frankf1016 boasts a comeback rate near 63% — proof that this player never gives up, even after losing material. With an early resignation rate of just over 14%, frankf1016 mixes stubborn resilience with quick decisions, a cocktail that leads to thrilling victories and, sometimes, spectacular defeats.
Opening Repertoire
- Queens Pawn Opening: The secret weapon, with a stellar win rate of 90% in daily games — enough to make opponents tremble!
- Sicilian Defense & King's Pawn Opening: Adopted with 100% success in limited games — when frankf1016 pulls these out, opponents better watch out.
- Vienna Game: A favorite but a rollercoaster, with a near-even split of wins and losses, plus some gambits that sometimes pay off beautifully.
- Pirc Defense: A reliable friend both on the rapid battlefield and in those nail-biting daily games.
Playing Highlights & Style
frankf1016 is a player who prefers to crunch through complicated tactical skirmishes rather than cozy endgames; the endgame frequency hovers around 25%. Their average winning game lasts roughly 39 moves — enough time to build suspense and weave cunning strategies. Interestingly, this player shines brightest at 10 AM and enjoys a 75% win rate during that hour — morning coffee and chess are clearly a winning combo.
While frankf1016's win rates swing depending on opponent ratings (thriving against lower-rated players with nearly 74% wins but struggling against higher-rated foes), their psychological resilience is notable, with a tilt factor of 12 — basically, they get rattled only slightly, even after tough losses.
Notable Victories
Among the many battles fought, one memorable victory came on May 30, 2025, where frankf1016 delivered a checkmate with the Pirc Defense in just 21 moves. This game is a classic example of sharp tactical awareness leading to a brilliant finish, available to replay here.
Humor & Trivia
frankf1016 may not always win, but losing is just another excuse to analyze brilliant blunders and dream of that elusive perfect game. Their most played opponent, echarles337, has been a friendly nemesis — frankf1016’s winning rate against them is a respectable 64.71%, proving persistence pays. Also, a fun fact: despite loving chess, frankf1016 has a 0% win rate when playing Blitz and Bullet time controls — perhaps preferring their coffee breaks a bit longer.
In short, frankf1016 is a chess warrior who fights with heart, brains, and a sprinkle of good humor — the perfect recipe for the rollercoaster ride we all love about online chess.
