Shubhi Gupta WFM

Shubhi Gupta (gpsji27)

Woman FIDE Master

Shubhi Gupta, better known in online chess circles as gpsji27, is a formidable titled chess player who has gracefully navigated the perilous battlefield of pawns, knights, and queens to earn the prestigious Woman FIDE Master title. Known for a sharp tactical awareness and a penchant for the “Top Secret” opening—no, it’s not espionage, just a killer opening repertoire—Shubhi has captivated many onlookers and opponents alike.

Rating & Playing Style

From blitz battles to bullet duels, Shubhi has shown remarkable prowess. Her peak blitz rating soared to an impressive 2532 in September 2024, while her bullet prowess hit a dazzling 2664 in July 2024—definitely not for the faint-hearted or those slow on the mouse! In rapid games, she’s no slouch either, holding a peak rating above 2200.

With an incredible 83.22% comeback rate after losing material, Shubhi’s grit is second to none. Opponents beware: underestimating her might mean walking right into a tactical snare where sacrifices turn into sparkling victories.

Chess Personality and Trends

She tends to play deep into the endgame, with a hefty 73.63% endgame frequency, which means she’s not just here for quick skirmishes—she enjoys the long struggles too! Average moves per win hover around 70, proving she’s a marathon runner in chess terms. Early resignation? Only a rare 2.1% – guess she’s too stubborn to give up easily.

Her best time to play and dazzle opponents is surprisingly late at night—around 10 PM—when she likely enjoys plotting her next queen sacrifice or sneaky fork under the stars.

Opening Favorites

Her opening library covers the classics and some exotic lines. Among them, the “Top Secret” opening dominates her blitz games with a nearly 47% win rate, alongside perfect scores in the likes of the Reti Opening Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack and the Torre Attack. The motto here? Keep the opponents guessing and the pawns advancing.

Recent Battles on the Digital Board

In her last victorious performance, Shubhi orchestrated a brilliant checkmate against Hampovsky using the Queen’s Pawn Opening, a testament to her strategic finesse and timing. Not every day you get checkmated by a player who just might be calculating 10 moves ahead while smiling!

About the Opponents

She’s locked horns the most with players like shikshawithpraveen and kanheiya, showcasing a tough but competitive rivalry. Her varied win rates—ranging from crushing wins to hard-fought losses—highlight her dynamic and unpredictable style.

Fun Fact

If chess were a party, Shubhi would be the guest who starts quietly only to assemble a winning combo of moves while everyone else is still figuring out how to say “check”. A true strategist, adrenaline junkie, and queen whisperer rolled into one.