Ghislain Fontana (GhisNew) - The Enigmatic Chess Adventurer
Ghislain Fontana, better known online as GhisNew, is a chess player whose journey through the 64 squares is as colorful as a chessboard itself. With a flair for Blitz and Rapid games, Ghislain’s career has been a rollercoaster of wins, losses, and everything in between, often leaving opponents both baffled and impressed.
From Blitz Beginnings to Rapid Rallies
Starting with a modest Blitz rating of 400 in 2022, Ghislain quickly showed that his chess story was just beginning. By 2023, he hit a Blitz peak of 869—only to later settle down to a more humble 494 rating by early 2024. It seems Ghislain prefers quality moves over just quick ones; after all, his winrate is a respectable 46% in Blitz, playing a top-secret opening repertoire that leaves opponents guessing (and probably Googling).
Rapid chess, however, is where Ghislain truly shines. Since 2021, his Rapid rating soared from 613 to an impressive 710 in 2023, maintaining a strong win rate near 49%. His tactical sharpness is reflected in a remarkable comeback rate of nearly 70%, and somehow, he manages to win every game after losing a piece—talk about turning setbacks into checkmate celebrations!
Statistical Quirks & Playing Style
- Longest Winning Streak: 12 (because sometimes the stars align and pieces just cooperate)
- Average Moves per Win: ~56 moves, proving patience is a virtue in Ghislain’s game
- Endgame Frequency: 68%, showing he’s not afraid to fight till the bitter end
- Early Resignation Rate: Just 0.52%—meaning Ghislain graciously fights on, even when the odds aren’t in his favor
- Psychological Tilt Factor: 10 (he’s human, after all; even Grandmasters have their off days)
Opponents Beware!
Ghislain has tangled with an eclectic bunch of rivals online — from neourfcamper to matt123465. Interestingly, some opponents have a 0% win rate against him, while others occasionally break through; there’s even a curious "Top Secret" opening strategy that Ghislain seems to have perfected, having played it almost 700 times in Blitz chess alone. If you face GhisNew, prepare for surprises and a battle of wits.
A Player of Unpredictable Hours
Ghislain’s best moments arise when others might be winding down: peak win rates come late at night (10 PM and 11 PM boast over 53% wins), or even the early morning hours (2 AM with an astounding 59% win rate). Clearly, Ghislain turns nocturnal hours into a chess playground.
Final Thoughts
In the ever-changing world of chess rankings and digital duels, Ghislain Fontana stands out as a player who mixes gritty determination, tactical surprise, and a pinch of humor (or maybe it’s just the frustration talking). Whether blazing through Blitz or slowly outmaneuvering opponents in Rapid, GhisNew keeps the chessboard sizzling—and makes sure every game is memorable.
