Gobba1

Chess Player Profile: Gobba1

Meet Gobba1, a blitz and rapid enthusiast with a rollercoaster rating journey that feels like a thrilling novel—full of unexpected twists, daring comebacks, and the occasional "Oh no!" moment.

Rating Highlights

• Peak Blitz rating reached a respectable 1285 back in summer 2019, a time when Gobba1 was at the top of their tactical game.
• In Rapid chess, Gobba1 once soared to an impressive 1357, proving that when it comes to longer formats, this player can really flex their strategic muscles.
• Recent years have seen some ups and downs with the Blitz rating dancing around the mid 700s to 800s, perfect for keeping both the opponent and self on their toes.

Playing Style and Strengths

Gobba1 is not one to quit easily — boasting a remarkable comeback rate of over 81% when falling behind. This is a player who treats losing a piece not as a defeat, but as a challenge to counterattack!

Endgames are Gobba1’s playground, featuring in nearly 68% of their games, they enjoy grinding down opponents with steady precision rather than quick flurries.

Average moves per win hover around 72, suggesting patience and persistence, while losses come a bit quicker—perhaps a hint that Gobba1 knows when to swing for the fences or cut their losses.

The Psychological Side

Beware the tilt: Gobba1 has a tilt factor of 12 — which means after a bad loss, there might be some fiery moments at the board. But don't worry; their best time to play is a mysterious 3 AM. Perhaps that's when true chess magic happens, or maybe it’s just when everyone else is asleep and Gobba1 quietly dominates.

Signature Openings

• Blitz:** Loves the mysterious "Unknown Opening" — probably keeping opponents guessing with unconventional moves.
• Kings Pawn Opening (Leonardis Variation): A favorite, with a stellar winning rate of nearly 87% — a secret weapon in Gobba1's arsenal.
• Philidor Defense and Queens Pawn Opening: Balanced choices reflecting versatility and adaptability.