Gilles GRIVET

Gilles GRIVET (aka GilGVSN): The Relentless Strategist

Meet Gilles GRIVET, a cunning chess tactician with a knack for turning the tides when the odds look grim. Known in the blitz and rapid arenas as GilGVSN, Gilles has fought through over 450 rapid games and showcases a rollercoaster of ratings that would make any spectator gasp — from a humble ~237 up to a personal rapid peak of 733, achieved in a fiercely competitive March 2025.

Chess Ratings & Playing Style

In rapid chess, Gilles dances on the edge of glory and despair with a competitive win/loss record almost balanced at 232 wins to 225 losses, seasoned with a handful of draws. Blitz? Even sharper: a peak near 931, with a tight 5 wins against just 2 losses.

Known for a psychologically resilient mindset, his comeback rate stands at an impressive 60%, meaning if he loses a piece, you better believe he's plotting a comeback. Yet sometimes the grind gets to him: his "tilt factor" clocks in at 9, suggesting a fiery temperament when chess gods don’t smile—probably the nearest thing to a tell in an otherwise unreadable poker face.

Opening Repertoire: From Cautious to Explosive

Gilles enjoys mixing classical and modern opening theory with flair. His most-played opening in rapid games is the King’s Pawn Opening, but his best win ratios come from the trickier Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation (69% win rate!) and the aggressive King’s Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation (57% win rate).

Blitz games show that today's Gilles can warm up with Vienna and the Queen’s Pawn Zukertort Chigorin variation — and you're unlikely to see him losing here, with a 100% win record in these lines! Of course, the occasional hiccup exists (looking at you, Giuoco Piano in blitz), but every grandmaster has their kryptonite.

Battle-Tested Results & Rivalries

With a longest winning streak of 8 and currently riding a 6-game winning streak, Gilles knows how to keep the momentum strong. But every great story includes some dark days — a longest losing streak of 9 shows he’s no stranger to the grind, bouncing back all the stronger.

His competitive spirit shines brightest against recurring opponents like lesnik314 and benoi201, boasting 100% win rates with GilGVSN as the protagonist. And should you meet Gilles in a blitz duel at 8 p.m., beware: that is his statistically best hour to crush opponents, running a blazing 80% win rate.

A Memorable Match: The Last Triumph

On May 28, 2025, Gilles sealed an impressive victory against lesnik314 using the daring Ponziani Opening Jaenisch Counterattack. Despite a tense midgame where the board looked a mess, Gilles's patience and tactical awareness forced his opponent to resign respectfully at move 28. It was a performance blending precision and nerve—classic GilGVSN.

Beyond the Board

Average moves per win hover around 52, meaning Gilles loves a good, drawn-out battle rather than quick-fire skirmishes. His early resignation rate is low, showing he’s rarely down and out early—giving fans and foes alike more time to enjoy his resourceful chess wizardry.

Whether playing white or black, his performance is balanced with just a slight edge to Black (50.41% wins), making him a tough nut to crack no matter the color.

Final Thoughts

If chess were a battlefield, Gilles GRIVET is the unpredictable warrior who, armed with a solid mix of classical openings, gritty comebacks, and an eccentric tilt factor for unpredictable moments, is always ready to fight tooth and nail. Whether climbing from a rating swamp or cruising near personal peaks, GilGVSN’s games are never boring — and usually a masterclass in perseverance. If you face him someday, remember: it's not just about the pieces; it’s about surviving the storm.