Lydia S

Profile Summary: Lydia S. (JohanssonBacki)

Meet Lydia S., better known by their chess alias JohanssonBacki, a rapid chess warrior with a flair for both resilience and unexpected triumphs. With a current rating of 678 in rapid games during 2025, Lydia dances on the 64 squares with a roughly even split of wins (347) and losses (339), sprinkled with 44 graceful draws. A true gladiator of the board, Lydia has played over 730 rapid games and proved to be a tough cookie – hopping from rating lows of 376 to peaks of 709.

When it comes to openings, Lydia favors the Scandinavian Defense and the Center Game, winning half of the battles fought in these lines. Their personal favorite? The tricky Nimzowitsch Defense Kennedy Linksspringer Variation, boasting a delicious 60.6% win rate – because why not throw cozy opponents off balance with less traveled paths? Lydia’s opponents better watch out, especially when facing French Defense Advance Variation or the Closed Scandinavian Defense, where they’ve shown a knack for decisive victories.

Patience and style define Lydia’s gameplay: on average, wins and losses last around 68 moves, like a chess marathon rather than a sprint. Endgames are practically their playground, appearing in nearly 70% of games, and Philly and Nimzowitsch lovers beware—Lydia thrives in those middle-to-late game skirmishes. Though heartbreak occasionally visits (with a tilt factor of 8), Lydia’s come-from-behind tales are legendary, boasting a remarkable 77% comeback rate. Losing a piece doesn’t mean defeat either—their winning streak after losing material is a perfect 100%. Talk about optimism!

Lydia’s tactical eye mostly peaks in the evenings, where the win rate jumps over 60% at certain hours (hello, 8 pm and 11 am fans!). Saturdays and Fridays appear to be the optimal battleground days, securing the sweetest of victory slices. Early resignation is a rare sight here – at just 4.4%, Lydia fights until the last queen drops or the checkmate finally rings.

A Memorable Match

On May 29th, 2025, Lydia delivered a stunning checkmate against manapida, illustrated in a game starting with the King's Pawn Opening. The final chapter saw Lydia’s queen delivering the fatal blow at move 58, closing the game with brilliance and precision. This match showcases the player’s strategic patience and their ability to capitalize on every tactical opportunity.

In a Nutshell

• Wins/Losses/Draws: 347 / 339 / 44
• Favorite Openings: Scandinavian Defense, Center Game, Nimzowitsch Defense variations
• Longest Winning Streak: 7 games
• Current Winning Streak: 1 game
• Endgame Frequency: 69.9% of games
• Comeback Rate: 77.2% (yes, Lydia never gives up!)

Lydia S. is not just a player; they are a testament to perseverance, style, and occasional cheeky surprises on the chessboard. Whether battling head-to-head on a Saturday evening or schooling opponents on a Tuesday morning, watch out – JohanssonBacki is always ready to castle, capture, and conquer!