Léo Guiheneuc (InspiredClover)
Léo Guiheneuc, known in the chess world as InspiredClover, is a determined and spirited competitor with a flair for both rapid and blitz games. His journey through the ranks has been as dynamic as his opening choices, boasting a peak bullet rating just shy of 1000 – a nearly grandmaster-level accomplishment for online battles fought at lightning speed.
Born to challenge the status quo, Léo’s rapid rating peaked at 907 back in early 2021, marking a period filled with gritty battles where his tenacity shone through. While his rating has seen ebbs and flows, with a recent swift dip and sharp comeback, his spirit remains uncrushed—much like a king surviving a knight’s fork.
Léo’s opening repertoire is as mysterious as a “Top Secret” file, ironically named since it accounts for the bulk of his games. But he’s not one to shy away from bold gambits like the Englund or the Alapin Sicilian, proving that he’s both a tactician and a risk-taker. His 100% win rate with the French Defense Normal Variation in rapid games proves he knows how to squeeze every last advantage from a cozy pawn structure.
Playing Style & Stats
- Known for a clever comeback ability with a 72.54% success rate bouncing back after setbacks.
- Average game length hovers around 50 moves, showing Léo’s patience for a long, strategic fight.
- Favorite win method: winning by resignation — it seems opponents prefer to concede rather than face his relentless pressure!
- His black and white win rates hover around 47-48%, a pretty fair toss-up — Léo can hold his own no matter the color.
- Beware his “Tilt Factor” of 8 – yes, sometimes the chess gods test his patience, but he keeps coming back swinging.
Léo’s best time to unleash his chess prowess? Midnight, when others are dreaming, he’s scheming. If you challenge him then, be prepared for fireworks.
Recent Highlights
On June 1st, 2025, InspiredClover demonstrated his mastery in the French Defense Normal Variation by defeating Vahag0913 through resignation after a precise attack. Earlier that day, he delivered a checkmate against proflulu01 using the Closed Sicilian Defense. Though not invincible, as a checkmate loss to Kamhed90 on the same day shows, Léo embraces the rollercoaster of chess with gusto.
Opponent Trivia
Léo has faced patrickard 16 times, weathering some tough battles with a win rate just above 31%. But against many others—some with impossible names—he boasts a perfect score, perhaps fueled by a mix of skill, whimsy, and maybe a hint of online chess magic.
Win or lose, Léo Guiheneuc remains a passionate chess adventurer, equal parts strategist and entertainer, always ready for the next challenge on the 64 squares.