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Jan Hania

Janfries Leeuwarden Since 2018 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟♟♟
50.9%- 44.4%- 4.7%
Daily 1607 2W 1L 0D
Rapid 1909 44W 24L 4D
Blitz 2184 12653W 11140L 1171D
Bullet 1824 825W 611L 75D

Jan Hania - The Chess Adventure

Meet Jan Hania, or as the online chess community knows him, Janfries, a blitz warrior with an impressive knack for turning complex positions into triumphs. With a peak blitz rating soaring up to 2434, Jan has shown a keen tactical awareness and an almost supernatural comeback ability — boasting a comeback rate of 85.73%! When Jan loses a piece, don't count him out; his win rate after losing material hovers just under 50%, proving he's not just a player, but a strategic fighter.

Jan's chess journey is peppered with gritty battles and thrilling victories. His longest winning streak? A stunning 18 games in a row, enough to make his opponents wonder if they were facing a grandmaster or a wizard. However, even a sharp mind like Jan's sometimes stumbles; his longest losing streak is 10 games, reminding us that even champions endure a little tilt—Jan's tilt factor is a modest 10, meaning he keeps cool most of the time (except maybe after losing his queen).

When it comes to openings, Jan's weapon of choice is the Nimzowitsch Defense, especially the Declined Williams Variation, where he's nearly a 50% victor in over 1000 games. But he's no one-trick pony—his repertoire spans from the King's Indian Defense to the Reti Opening, reflecting a versatile style suited for rapid improvisation.

Off the board, Jan enjoys the thrill of daily and bullet chess, but blitz remains his domain, where his sharp instincts and deep understanding shine. His average game length hovers around 70 moves, which might sound like a long dance, but in his hands, it's a masterful waltz from opening to endgame.

A little quirky fact: Jan's best time to play is around 11 PM, so if you want to catch him at his peak, stay up late and challenge his resilience under the moonlight.

Whether you're a fan of daily hustle or bullet speed demons, Janfries’ impressive winning records and cheeky resilience make him a player worth watching. With thousands of wins and a very respectable loss count to keep things interesting, Jan embodies the relentless spirit of chess: adapt, fight, and occasionally, tip the king.

Recent Highlights

  • Most recent victory: A brilliant Nimzowitsch Defense game won by resignation against “Rboutaleb” in 2025.
  • Tactical prowess shown with multiple wins by resignation and checkmate in his last games.
  • Current blitz rating above 2200 and continuing to climb, proving age and experience only hone his craft.

So whether you meet Janfries on the virtual battlefield or hear tales of his chess exploits, remember: behind every pawn push and knight fork is a player with strategy, heart, and just a hint of chess madness.

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