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Grant Spraggett - FIDE Master Extraordinaire

Meet Grant Spraggett, a chess aficionado whose passion for the 64 squares has earned them the esteemed title of FIDE Master. Starting from humble beginnings with a daily rating as low as 1405 in 2011, Grant skyrocketed to a top Daily rating of 2286 in 2013, proving that with dedication and maybe a little caffeine, great things can happen.

Known for a playing style that balances patience with flair, Grant’s games often stretch an epic length, averaging about 72 moves per win—because why finish early when you can reminisce about each pawn’s journey? Their Endgame frequency is impressively high, at over 85%, suggesting they are the master of the late game hustle.

Psychologically, Grant is a fortress: boasting a remarkable 100% win rate after losing a piece and an almost non-existent tilt factor at 18, they bounce back from setbacks with the resilience of a grandmaster ninja. Their longest winning streak spans an impressive 16 games; a solid run to make even Magnus raise an eyebrow.

Blitz (fast chess) is where Grant truly shines, with a peak rating approaching 2513 in 2019 and a massive collection of games under their belt—over 64,000 blitz games played. Maybe it’s the thrill of rapid moves or the adrenaline of dodging blunders, but Grant’s blitz win rate hovers around a respectable 50%, showing consistency amidst chaos.

Bullet chess (the lightning-fast cousin of blitz) hasn’t escaped their grasp either, with ratings soaring as high as 2441 and a buffed-up win rate of 56%. They take the phrase “blitz or bust” seriously—only faster.

When opening the board for battle, Grant sticks to top-secret lines with great success, boasting win rates above 66% in Daily and over 56% in Bullet games. Like a chess magician, their opening repertoire keeps opponents guessing and scrambling.

Grant’s opponents beware: they have faced some rivals dozens of times, including “sion2200” and “cruz29”, with a relentless drive to outwit and outplay. But be kind, because despite the fierce competition, Grant’s black pieces hold almost as strong a record as white.

Outside the intense battles on the board, Grant’s game is touched by humor — perhaps that’s what keeps the pressure at bay. After all, chess is as much about enjoyment as it is about strategy.

So whether it's a long marathon daily game, a rapid blitz showdown, or a hair-raising bullet blitz, Grant Spraggett continues to enchant and confound chess players worldwide with skill, style, and a touch of mystery.