Patrick Bill: The Puzzle Prince of the Chessboard
Meet Patrick Bill, also known by his mysterious alias ggkh4n, a chess enthusiast whose journey through the ranks is as thrilling as a well-fought Sicilian Defense! Patrick’s chess career is a rollercoaster of rapid-fire victories, tactical blunders, and comeback wizardry — with a flair that could make even Magnus Pause a little nervous.
Rising Star With a Twist of Humor
Patrick’s Rapid rating soared from a humble 583 at the start of 2024 to a sterling peak of 967 by March 2025, reflecting a persistent grind and a knack for outwitting opponents in time-pressure situations. While his Blitz battles are a bit of wild west shootouts (with ratings fluctuating between 230 and 964), Patrick never backs down – accumulating over 451 wins in over 900 games! His Bullet play? Let’s just say it’s speedy enough to make your head spin, maxing out at 464.
A Tactical Maestro with a Cheeky Side
Known for dropping an Early Resignation rate of just 1.81%, Patrick is no quitter — but don’t let that fool you. His comeback rate is an impressive 69%, meaning when things look grim, he’s the player who’ll flip the board (metaphorically) and charm his way back to victory. His games tend to be long and thoughtful, averaging nearly 58 moves per win, proving that patience is indeed a virtue on the 64 squares.
Favorite Openings & Playing Style
Patrick’s opening repertoire includes a highly classified favorite simply dubbed the “Top Secret” opening (unsurprisingly played in over 273 Rapid games and more than 900 Blitz clashes), where he boasts a solid 56% win rate. Other tried-and-tested lines like the King’s Pawn and Queen’s Gambit Declined show he isn’t afraid to occasionally throw conventional wisdom a curveball.
Notable Achievements
- Longest winning streak: 12 games (because slow and steady wins the race, right?)
- Peak Rapid rating: 967 (March 2025)
- Peak Blitz rating: 964 (February 2024)
- Peak Daily rating: 722 (February 2025)
- Stellar comeback skills with a 44.57% win rate even after losing a piece
Recent Classics
In a recent Rapid game on April 29, 2025, Patrick delivered a checkmate masterpiece using the Scandinavian Defense (ECO B01). With clever rook maneuvers and a bishop sacrifice on h6, he sealed the win by leaving his opponent’s king no moves to hide — all before the dinner bell rang!
Fun Facts
- Patrick plays best in the wee hours around 2:00 AM, proving that true genius doesn’t always follow the 9-to-5 grind.
- His time control quirks suggest he thrives under pressure, with peak winning at odd hours like 2 AM and 8 PM (70.6% wins at 8 PM if you’re wondering).
- Despite a respectable win rate playing white (53.7%), he’s no stranger to grinding out wins from the black side either (47.6%).
- Beware if you’re on his opponent list—his win rates against some challengers are as unforgiving as a brutal fork: some at 100%!
Whether you’re a casual player or aiming for grandmaster glory, Patrick Bill’s chess journey is a reminder that success on the board comes from resilience, creativity, and a good-natured grin even after a tough loss. In short: he’s not just playing chess — he’s telling a story, one pawn at a time.
