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HARSH450718

Playing Since: 2024-06-15 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟

Chess.com

Rapid: 591
210W / 208L / 39D
Blitz: 382
52W / 49L / 9D
Bullet: 355
85W / 73L / 3D

Profile Summary: HARSH450718

Meet HARSH450718, a resilient chess enthusiast whose journey through the Royal Game resembles a rollercoaster riding on an 863 peak Rapid rating and a blitzy top blaze at 510. A player whose style is a curious blend of stubborn persistence (tilt factor: 9) and the occasional speed demon flair, HARSH450718 battles fierce on the 64 squares with an undying love for the French Defense, Pirc Defense, and a fondness for unconventional openings like the Van Geet and Van t Kruijs — probably because who doesn’t enjoy a little mystery?

With over 107 wins in Rapid and 3 in Blitz against 131 and 2 respective losses, this player doesn’t shy away from the grind. Win rates hover modestly around 40% in most openings, but peaks near 57% with the Pirc Defense — proving that patience can sometimes be rewarded. The longest winning streak hit 6 victories, while the longest losing skid dragged on for 9 games, a testament to HARSH450718’s persistence: getting knocked down but always getting back up, maybe with a coffee in hand.

Strategically, HARSH450718 exhibits a preference for long, tactical endgames — with an average of 56 moves per win — truly a connoisseur of chess marathons. The comeback rate of 62.73% signals a fighter who refuses to throw in the towel early; expect battles that ebb and flow, much like an unpredictable chess soap opera. Yet, early resignation is rare, at just 5.26%, proving that quitting is only truly in the dictionary after a brutal checkmate or a coffee break.

Psychological quirks? Best when playing at 20:00 hours, HARSH450718 shines brightest then, rocking a 75% win rate during that mysterious hour, while struggling a bit in afternoon bouts (20% at 17:00). White pieces bring the most comfort with a nearly 44% win rate, while Black is a bit rougher but still respectable at close to 40%. All things considered, this player knows how to tango with chess fate — sometimes leading, often following, but always ready to dance.

Memorable recent victories include a neat win against medrys971 featuring clever deployment of the French Defense and resignations of unsuspecting opponents like nabiyevjr10 and aridajeeeee. Losses? They come too, notably against sanjeev_divekar and hakantns, reminders that every king can be dethroned, even amidst the fiercest battles.

In summary: HARSH450718 is the kind of player who might not always dominate the scoreboard but certainly plays every game with heart, humor, and the occasional “wait, what just happened?” moment. A chronic endgame explorer, a day-and-night strategist, and a worthy opponent on chess.com’s battlefield.

Chess.com handle link: HARSH450718


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Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 436 480
2024 381 381
Rating by Year20242025480381YearRatingBlitzRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 45W / 47L / 8D 53W / 39L / 10D 65.2
2024 33W / 33L / 4D 22W / 42L / 4D 65.1

Openings: Most Played

Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Van't Kruijs Opening, 1...e5 22 10 11 1 45.5%
Horwitz Defense 17 8 8 1 47.1%
King's Pawn Game: Wayward Queen Attack 17 9 7 1 52.9%
King's Pawn Game: Wayward Queen Attack, Kiddie Countergambit 14 10 4 0 71.4%
Van't Kruijs Opening 13 5 6 2 38.5%
Parham Attack 12 3 9 0 25.0%
Bishop's Opening: 2... Qh4? 12 3 9 0 25.0%
Van Geet Opening 11 3 7 1 27.3%
French Defense 10 5 3 2 50.0%
Barnes Opening 8 2 6 0 25.0%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
French Defense: Queen's Knight 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Van't Kruijs Opening, 1...e5 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Barnes Opening, 1... e5 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Van Geet Opening 1 0 1 0 0.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 6 0
Losing 9 1
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