Jerry Febles – The Nimzowitsch Larsen Aficionado
Meet Jerry Febles, also known by his chess.com handle jerryf01, a chess player whose rapid rating journey is as dramatic as a knight fork: up, down, and occasionally delivering a surprise check. With a peak rapid rating soaring to 803 in April 2025, Jerry has shown that resilience (and maybe a little bit of stubbornness) is key in the ruthless battlefield of online chess.
Jerry's style? A blend of careful strategy and cunning tactics, with an average game length of around 60 moves for wins—because who wants a quick draw when you can wrestle your opponent into submission? Not one to give up easily, he boasts a staggering 57.3% comeback rate, turning potential disasters into glorious victories, sometimes leaving opponents wondering, "Wait, how did he not just resign?"
Specializing in the Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack (both modern and classical variations), Jerry plays 1.b3 like a seasoned chef making a signature dish—flavorful, tricky, and slightly unexpected. His opening repertoire also includes the tried-and-true Van t Kruijs Opening and Reti Opening, delivering solid middlegame positions for him to dazzle.
Stats That Tell a Tale:
- Total Rapid wins: 3,417 (almost as many as his losses—3,400), showing there’s never a dull moment.
- Longest winning streak: 11 games, proving he can cook up a storm.
- Known for early resignation rate of just over 7%, because sometimes even Jerry knows when to fold 'em.
- Psychological tilt factor of 10, meaning he’s reasonably chill—but computers beware if it hits 11!
- Plays especially well in the early mornings, peaking around 9 AM, perfect for those "morning checkmates."
Recent Dramatic Encounters
Jerry’s most recent victory was a showcase of patience and finesse. Against opponent zthan201, he unleashed a classic Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack with a calm 25-move game, concluding with a brilliant takeover and opponent's resignation. A true testament to his endgame prowess!
Of course, no warrior is unbeaten. Jerry recently suffered a sharp loss against djweed89 featuring the English Defense, where the tides turned unexpectedly. But knowing Jerry, this setback was just fuel for refining his next opening gambit.
Off the Board
When not tangled in the intricate web of chess, Jerry might be found brewing the perfect cup of coffee or pondering why the knight always moves in that spoiled “L” shape. One thing's certain: his love for the game is fierce, his strategy ever-evolving, and his opponents better bring their A-game—because Jerry's on a quest to conquer ranks, one clever bishop sweep at a time!
