Jie Yi Goh - Woman Candidate Master Extraordinaire
Also known by the mysterious username Iris77, Jie Yi Goh is no ordinary chess enthusiast. Earning the prestigious title of Woman Candidate Master from FIDE, Jie Yi has demonstrated dedication and sharp tactical awareness on the 64 squares.
Starting out with a modest rating near 1200 in early 2016, Jie Yi's daily rating graph looks like a thrilling rollercoaster ride—with highs soaring close to 1800 and some humbling dips reminding her that even chess masters are human. But fear not! The comeback rate near 80% shows that Jie Yi thrives on bouncing back from challenges like a chessboard ninja.
Her blitz performance? Absolutely sizzling, with a peak rating soaring up to a blazing 2175 in April 2020! That’s enough speed to leave opponents in a frenzy and pawns trembling in fear. With a comfortably positive win record in rapid and bullet games, Jie Yi proves versatility across all fast-paced formats.
Off the clock, Jie Yi is a master of timing too. When the clock strikes 20:00, expect her to unleash her best moves—her “best time of day to play” by her own admission and data alike. She enjoys the long strategic battles, with an endgame frequency nearing 70%, and patience that would make a saint envious.
Playing Style and Psychological Notes
- Average moves per win: a marathon-like 71 moves, a true testament to deep calculation.
- Early resignation rate (9.09%) means she’s not afraid to cut losses short and regroup.
- Tilt factor is low-ish at 12, so she keeps her cool better than most after a setback.
- Her prowess even shines under pressure with a nearly 50% win rate after losing a piece.
Jie Yi has faced a wide cast of opponents, sometimes emerging victorious with near-perfect scores against certain usernames (we see you, josetacchi and csm2k1!). It’s safe to say she builds friendly rivalries—and perhaps an impressive opponent list to brag about at chess meetups.
Memorable Recent Battle
On August 27, 2022, with the white pieces and a subtle flick of the wrist, Jie Yi forced LittleRookie125 into resignation after a gripping 62-move encounter in the London System opening. Navigating a complicated middlegame and a tense endgame, Jie Yi's technique shone through with patience and precision. Here’s the link to the game—chess buffs beware, it's a masterpiece in positional chess and perseverance against the odds!
In short, Jie Yi Goh (aka Iris77) is like a chess cat—she always lands on her feet, crafty and cunning, readying to pounce whenever an opportunity arises. Whether blitzing with lightning speed or grinding out a marathon fashioned endgame win, Jie Yi embodies the spirit of competition fused with strategic brilliance—and maybe just a pinch of a cheeky grin.
