iqraa

Player Profile: iqraa (aka iqraathemanuel)

Meet iqraa, a chess enthusiast whose gaming journey is as thrilling as a well-executed Fool's Mate... except it took a bit longer! Beginning with a humble daily rating around 1000, iqraa has steadily climbed the ranks, transforming from a casual player into a rapid-fire tactician who thrives in blitz and bullet games.

Rating Highlights

• Peak Daily Rating: 1264 (September 2024) — steady and determined!
• Peak Rapid Rating: 2256 (December 2024) — rapid like a chess ninja.
• Peak Blitz Rating: 2325 (November 2024) — blitzkrieg master.
• Peak Bullet Rating: 2354 (January 2025) — when speed meets precision.

Playing Style & Personality

iqraa is no quitter—resignation happens only about 1.3% of the time. Prefers games that stretch out to the endgame 72% of the time, showcasing patience and strategic depth. With an average of around 67 moves per victory, this player clearly enjoys a good long think before delivering that knockout punch.

Known for a phenomenal 78% comeback rate, iqraa has proven time and time again the ability to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat, reminding opponents: "Don’t count me out!"

Favorite Openings

Consistent with a Caro-Kann Defense fan club membership, the signature Caro-Kann Exchange and its advance variations show up often in iqraa's repertoire, alongside elegant dips into the Queens Gambit Declined and Trompowsky Attack.

Fun fact: iqraa even scores wins with cheeky variations like the Sicilian Cowboy Attack—because why not ride into battle like a wild west legend?

Game Highlights

Recent victories include intense battles won on time and by resignation, often showcasing deep strategic planning and excellent time management (a tricky combination!).

Opponents beware: iqraa's best time to play is around 10 AM, armed with laser-sharp focus and a tactical eye that rarely blinks.

Quirks & Stats

• Sometimes wins by timeout. Maybe the opponents get distracted by iqraa’s dazzling board control!
• Favorite days to play? Wednesday sails in with a slightly better win rate than average, but really, every day is game day.
• Moves thoughtfully, but when it comes to openings, don’t expect too many gambits—consistency is the key.
• Almost equally deadly playing White or Black, proving both sides have their charm for iqraa.

Whether it’s 1-minute blitz or a slower-paced rapid game, iqraa is steadily rewriting their chess story, one knight and pawn at a time. Watch this space — grandmaster antics might just be around the corner!