Jan Van Leeuwen

Jan Van Leeuwen - Chess Maestro with a Winning Smile

Jan Van Leeuwen isn't your average chess player; this digital tactician has turned virtual battles into a spectacular show of strategy and nerve. Starting in 2008 with a humble 1527 rating in Daily chess, Jan swiftly ascended the ranks, smashing through to an impressive 2434 by 2010. With an average game count that grew alongside their rating, Jan proved that slow and steady isn’t always the way—sometimes it’s all about striking hard and fast.

Rating Highlights & Playing Style

From obliterating opponents with a max rating of 2434 to maintaining a near spotless win record—28 wins to just 4 losses and 4 draws—Jan’s chessboard prowess is clear as day. Winning isn’t just a goal; it’s a lifestyle. It might also explain the legendary longest winning streak of 13 games, which is basically chess superstardom.

With an average of 54.5 moves per win and nearly double that in losses, Jan shows patience and resilience, savoring the long strategic grind but always ready to seize glory quickly when the moment strikes. White pieces are a particular delight, with an 88.89% win rate, while even when wielding the black, Jan keeps a solid 66.67% triumph rate.

Opening Repertoire - Sicilian Slayer and More

Jan approaches openings like a chess chef – flavorful and effective. The Sicilian Defense is a fan favorite, with a perfect 100% win rate across multiple variations including the Open Pelikan, Sveshnikov, and Old Sicilian variations. Other noteworthy recipes? The Queen’s Pawn Opening Zukertort Variation and Ruy Lopez Morphy Defense, both boasting spotless records.

Some defenses like the Pirc and Slav may have caused a few headaches, but hey, even grandmasters have their quirky days.

Tactical Brilliance and Psychological Fortitude

If you lose a piece against Jan, don’t despair—there’s a 100% chance Jan will capitalize on that advantage. Jan’s also famous for a phenomenal comeback rate of over 60%, proving that giving up is not in their vocabulary. Plus, a tilt factor of just 2 means Jan keeps cool under pressure, even when things get spicy.

Victory Hours & Days – Jan’s Chess Clock

Jan is a true creature of habit when it comes to timing: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and quieter weekday hours like 13:00 and 16:00 are golden opportunities, where Jan’s win rate hits an impeccable 100%. Early mornings and late nights aren’t off-limits either, often delivering perfect scores when the chessboard is quieter.

Opponent Records & Rivalries

Among well-fought rivals like milexo and shamsmshahadat, Jan dominates with an almost perfect winning streak against frequent opponents, showing that consistency is king. Names like juliopaiz, hugomorphy, and biharipandit have all tasted defeat at Jan's hands.

In summary: Jan Van Leeuwen is a chess force of nature. With a blend of tactical genius, psychological stamina, and a taste for the dramatic openings, Jan reminds us all that in the war of kings and pawns, it's not just about the pieces—it’s about the player behind them.