Profile Summary: joanv_fr
Meet joanv_fr, a rapidly rising chess warrior navigating the 64 squares with a mix of determination, strategy, and occasional missteps that keep the game interesting! Currently boasting a peak rapid rating of 633 as of May 2025, joanv_fr demonstrates steady improvement, especially in rapid games, where the journey from a humble rating of around 200 up to the 600s shows true grit and growth.
While their blitz and bullet ratings hover in the mid-300s and around 140 respectively, don’t be fooled—joanv_fr has a fiercely competitive spirit, as shown by their almost even win-loss records across rapid and blitz, with over 289 wins in rapid alone. They take their sweet time in daily chess, though those results suggest a more casual attitude when there's no ticking clock.
Opening Repertoire & Style
joanv_fr enjoys dancing with the Queen’s Pawn Opening, especially favouring the Zukertort and Chigorin variations, weaving a tactical web with a win rate around 57-62% in those lines. They also dabble in the King's Pawn Opening and Caro Kann Defense, showing versatility and a readiness to mix it up on both sides of the board.
In blitz, they channel the classic King’s Pawn Opening and stay adventurous with gambits like the Englund; while bullet games reveal a willingness to tinker with the Queens Gambit Declined Marshall and Chigorin Defense—clearly not afraid of spicy, complex positions even in the fastest time controls.
Playing Style & Psychology
Don’t expect early resignations here—joanv_fr’s early resignation rate is a low 4%, indicating a poker face and fighting spirit. With an average of about 54 moves per win, patience is their middle name. However, every champion faces uphill battles; our player’s current longest losing streak is 9 games, a reminder that even the best have off days.
Amazing comeback instincts shine through with an 83% comeback rate after falling behind. Their psychological resilience is commendable, but their tilt factor hovering at 9 suggests the occasional “where-did-that-go-wrong?!” moment, especially outside their prime playing hour around 17:00—ironically, their best time of day to play.
Recent Battles
One of joanv_fr’s freshest victories was against andrewgilly85, won by resignation after a fierce tussle in the Italian Game—where joanv_fr’s defense and counterattack left the opponent with no choice but to bow out. Unfortunately, not all games end in triumph; recent losses to opponents like DarkIP42 and rafabrusJC show there’s always room to learn and grow.
Fun Facts
- Dominates the Queen’s Pawn territory like a true strategist.
- Has won games by surrender from their opponents more than by checkmate: 225 victories by resignation versus 172 checkmate wins.
- Is more of a marathon runner than a sprinter—average games stretch nearly 54 moves, with losses often taking even longer.
- Enjoys the thrill of the fight: a comeback rate over 80% and blazing moments with a 100% win at hour 17 (if only every day had an hour 17!).
In summary, joanv_fr is a dedicated chess enthusiast, continually climbing the rating ladder one game at a time, armed with a solid opening repertoire, a knack for fighting back, and enough passion to keep surprises coming with every move. Whether battling in rapid or blitz, this player proves that chess is as much about patience and resilience as it is about sharp tactics.
