William Giraud

William Giraud - The Rapid Rook Wrangler

Known in the online battlefield as Jack38130, William Giraud is a rapid chess aficionado whose rating rollercoaster would make even the most seasoned thrill-seekers dizzy. Sporting a peak rapid rating of 351 in April 2025, William's journey in the 64-square universe is a tale of grit, tactical snipes, and occasional bouts of humility.

Chess Stats Snapshot

• Rapid Games Played: 221
• Wins: 97
• Losses: 99
• Draws: 25
• Longest Winning Streak: 6 games
• Current Losing Streak: 2 games (hang in there, William!)

Opening Mastery & Quirks

William loves wrestling with the Four Knights Game, boasting a dazzling 85.7% win rate in this classic opening—because sometimes, it pays to keep things symmetrical and solid. Fans of the King's Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation have witnessed his sharp tactical flair, winning over 62% of those encounters.

That said, his adventures with the Pirc Defense Modern Defense Geller System resemble more of a roller coaster, with a challenging win rate of just 14%. But hey, every hero has their kryptonite.

Playing Style & Psychological Notes

William is not one to shy away from the endgame, engaging in over 58% of his battles right down to the wire. He takes an average of 55 moves to secure a win, proving patience is indeed a virtue. But when defeat comes knocking, his games tend to stretch longer—averaging almost 62 moves before conceding.

Not easily rattled, his tilt factor sits comfortably low at 5, and he's happiest strategizing and sneaking wins at the crack of dawn—around 7 AM, where his win rate can hit a perfect 100% (morning person alert!).

Epic Encounters

William has tangled most frequently with ocruzh95, though outcomes have favored his opponents a bit there. Interestingly, he's utterly undefeated against a slew of opponents like was_brd, wowyouresocoolbro, and riky-12, showcasing his knack for exploiting certain rivalries.

Memorable Recent Victory

On May 29, 2025, William delivered a masterclass in the Four Knights Game, checkmating opponent was_brd after a dazzling 25-move duel. His strategic precision and calm under pressure turned the tides in his favor—proof that even the most intense battles can end with a swift checkmate!

Final Thoughts

William Giraud may not be the most consistent champion out there—his rapid rating fluctuates like a fortune cookie’s predictions—but his passion for the game and willingness to dive into complex openings makes him a formidable and entertaining opponent. Whether he's drafting early resignations (just 8% of the time!) or grinding out wins after coming back from behind (a commendable 66% comeback rate!), William keeps the chess world guessing.

Keep an eye on this rapid battler; every game is a new chapter in his unfolding chess saga filled with brilliance, blunders, and above all, good humor.