GarethFail29

Profile of GarethFail29

Meet GarethFail29, a fierce competitor on the virtual chess battlefield whose username humorously warns opponents: sometimes even the best plans can spectacularly fall apart. Yet, don't let the name fool you — this player boasts a peak Blitz rating of 2355 as of November 2023 and a Bullet peak of 2280 from the same month. Clearly, GarethFail29 knows how to bounce back from those "fails" with style.

Playing Style & Strengths

GarethFail29 thrives in the heat of blitz battles, with an impressive win record of 468 wins against 376 losses and 39 draws. Not one to give up easily, this player has an outstanding comeback rate of nearly 85% — if a piece is lost, don’t count GarethFail29 out just yet! They favor long, strategic games too: average winning games stretch over 70 moves, showing patience and a deep endgame understanding.

Known for opening with the Closed Sicilian Defense Traditional Line, boasting a solid 61% win rate there, GarethFail29 also dabbles in a range of Sicilian Defense variations and the Pirc Defense. Interestingly, the Alapin Sicilian Defense sees a perfect 100% Bullet win rate, proving this player’s ability to deliver swift, tactical blows when the clock ticks down.

Psychological Edge & Patterns

While a Tilt Factor of 8 suggests occasional frustration, GarethFail29’s best time to strike is hilariously at 3 AM — a nocturnal knight hunting under the cover of darkness! And for those wondering about peak hours, a comfortable 75% win rate at 8 PM indicates early evening gaming sessions are another sweet spot.

Recent Highlights

Recent wins have come through determined battles, often forcing opponents to resign in desperation. For example, in February 2025, GarethFail29 clinched victory with a classic resignation in a Sicilian Defense (Smith-Morra Accepted, Pin Defense) matchup after shrewd positional play and precise calculation. Equally impressive was a checkmate triumph mere days earlier that left the opponent stunned.

Fun Facts & Trivia

• Longest winning and losing streaks both stand at 8, proving life at the chessboard is never boring.
• Game termination tells a tale — many wins come by resignation, so opponents tend to fold under pressure!
• Against certain foes, GarethFail29’s results swing wildly: undefeated against some players with 100% wins, yet facing tough challenges against others, keeping the suspense alive.

In short, GarethFail29 is a resilient, tactical virtuoso with a knack for clever openings, a taste for long strategy, and just enough "fail" in the name to keep things humble and hilarious. Expect sharp moves, late-night brilliance, and battles that test both nerves and skill.