goudkuipje

Profile Summary of goudkuipje

Meet goudkuipje, a spirited and resilient rapid chess player with a flair for theatrical openings and a winning smile after checkmate. Despite a rating that has seen some ups and downs, peaking at 901 in March 2025, goudkuipje is no stranger to the battlefield of the 64 squares. With over 460 rapid games under their belt, their record stands at 202 wins, 226 losses, and 32 draws — a testament to both perseverance and a willingness to fight till the very last pawn.

Known affectionately (by themselves) as a late-night warrior, they shine brightest around 10 PM — the optimal hour to launch surprise attacks or perhaps scramble a few brain cells for that killer endgame. Their best weapon? The Queen's Pawn Opening, Chigorin Variation where an impressive 90% win rate makes opponents wonder what just hit them. On the flip side, their “Bishop's Opening” attempts have produced fewer trophy-worthy moments, with a win rate below 25% — but hey, who doesn’t have an off day?

goudkuipje is no stranger to dramatic defeats either, having survived an 8-game losing streak at one point, only to claw back with a 9-game winning spree that would put movie heroes to shame. Their style is a curious mix: they don’t give up easily (early resignation rate is a modest 8%), and they’re fond of battles that last around 53 moves — slow chess that lets the mind wander and plots thicken.

Tactically, goudkuipje has an admirable 56% comeback rate after setbacks, but also knows the sting of loss when things go one-sided — they keep it honest with a 15.5% one-sided loss rate. Win rates as White slightly trail those as Black, hinting they might just prefer being the mysterious shadow rather than the spotlight.

Their record against specific opponents is a rollercoaster: undefeated against "tcoopie" (100% wins), but a nemesis in "leedabest7" who recently handed them a tough loss. The recent games tell stories of brilliant checkmates, strategic resignations, and tries aplenty — with the freshest victory sealed via a sharp Caro-Kann Defense finish at move 37.

If goudkuipje’s journey teaches us anything, it’s that chess is as much about resilience as it is about knights and queens. Whether unleashing unexpected queen maneuvers at move two or ruefully clicking “resign” after a crafty opponent’s onslaught, goudkuipje embodies the spirit of a true chess enthusiast: never too proud to lose, always hungry to win, and occasionally bewildered by their own opening choices.

Keep an eye out at 22:00, the hour when goudkuipje is reportedly at their sharpest—and who knows? Your rook might just be next.