Meet gerdu71: The Unstoppable Chess Adventurer
In the vast realm of online chess, where grandmasters and amateurs alike battle across 64 squares, gerdu71 carves out a unique legend. With a peak rapid rating of 1283 achieved in April 2022, gerdu71 is the resilient warrior who dares to tango relentlessly with opponents far and wide, boasting over 14,500 rapid games played — proving stamina is their secret weapon.
Rising, Falling, and Rising Again
From a humble start at 742 in August 2021 to reaching the dizzying heights of 1283 just eight months later, gerdu71’s rating journey resembles a roller coaster with more ups than downs. Even in the face of challenges — like the dip to the 800s in 2025 — gerdu71's passion never wanes. With nearly as many wins as losses in rapid (6667 wins vs 6694 losses), this player embodies the “never say die” mantra.
A Repertoire as Colorful as Their Personality
Favorites like the Italian Game (with over 790 outings!), the Philidor Defense, and the Giuoco Piano Game reveal gerdu71's classical taste. Interestingly, their best win rates emerge from tactical skirmishes — a 51% success rate on the Italian Game opening is nothing to scoff at. Whether playing White or Black, gerdu71 keeps the pressure on, winning nearly half of the games as White and over 43% as Black.
Playing Style & Chess Quirks
Patience personified? Gerdu71 loves a long battle: an average of over 80 moves per win shows a preference for methodical grind-downs rather than quick skirmishes. They have an impressive 81.9% comeback rate, turning tough situations around like a true tactician. Their "early resignation rate" is a mere 1%, meaning gerdu71 is not one to give up before the endgame drama unfolds — and drama it is, with endgames happening 73% of the time.
Optimal Chess Hours & Tilt Factor
The best time to challenge gerdu71? The early hours around 2 AM when their win rate soars to nearly 67%! It seems this night owl’s brain excels in the witching hour, perhaps fueled by coffee or sheer stubbornness. Their tilt factor is a modest 10, a signal that even in defeat, gerdu71 keeps their cool, well… most of the time.
Recent Battles & Memorable Moments
Gerdu71’s recent win was a classic battle in the Giuoco Piano, finishing off the opponent by resignation in just 15 moves — a sneaky little symphony of moves starting with 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4 Nf6. Just before that, they showcased dominance with the Philidor Defense Nimzowitsch Variation, showing they’re fluent in many opening dialects. Losses are just speed bumps too, often by resignation after fierce fights in the Pirc Defense or the Scotch Game.
Opponent Relations: Friends or Foes?
Whether friend or foe, gerdu71 keeps an interesting win distribution. Some opponents tilt them at 0% wins, while others like "1887kgx" and "pine-uno" see a perfect storm with a 100% win rate for our hero. It’s a chess soap opera in every game! The username tinku96 stands out with seven encounters and a win rate of just 42.86%, proving that even gerdu71 finds worthy rivals.
Conclusion: The Relentless Strategist with a Dash of Quirk
In summary, gerdu71 is not just another player grinding the digital boards; they are a tactical comeback artist with an affinity for classic openings, long games, and late-night clashes. Always ready to challenge the next opponent, this player’s chess story is one of persistence, occasional brilliance, and the eternal hunt for the perfect checkmate.
Next time you see gerdu71 online, bring your A-game — the night owl might just outmaneuver you after midnight!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| mayur087 | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| stasiani4 | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| dollabill6 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| marsh1016 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| neetipod | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| tinku96 | 3W / 1L / 3D | |
| iggy105 | 1W / 3L / 1D | |
| arvindpardava | 3W / 1L / 0D | |
| newnotebook | 3W / 1L / 0D | |
| ssaallee77 | 2W / 1L / 1D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 903 | |||
| 2024 | 1031 | |||
| 2023 | 1050 | |||
| 2022 | 1053 | |||
| 2021 | 1041 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 345W / 323L / 65D | 321W / 354L / 63D | 79.8 |
| 2024 | 720W / 665L / 132D | 669W / 733L / 125D | 78.5 |
| 2023 | 911W / 776L / 163D | 777W / 915L / 150D | 76.6 |
| 2022 | 1196W / 1077L / 234D | 1106W / 1216L / 188D | 77.6 |
| 2021 | 382W / 346L / 71D | 343W / 388L / 62D | 80.3 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philidor Defense | 955 | 458 | 413 | 84 | 48.0% |
| Giuoco Piano Game | 832 | 388 | 363 | 81 | 46.6% |
| Italian Game | 809 | 414 | 331 | 64 | 51.2% |
| Italian Game Two Knights Modern Bishops Opening | 702 | 343 | 296 | 63 | 48.9% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 675 | 274 | 346 | 55 | 40.6% |
| Petrovs Defense Classical Variation | 649 | 292 | 317 | 40 | 45.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 557 | 262 | 249 | 46 | 47.0% |
| Pirc Defense Modern Defense Geller System | 520 | 255 | 231 | 34 | 49.0% |
| Bishops Opening Berlin Defense | 475 | 202 | 228 | 45 | 42.5% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation | 462 | 217 | 188 | 57 | 47.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 12 | 0 |
| Losing | 10 | 2 |