Jonathan

Jonathan - The Relentless Rook Wrangler

Jonathan, known by his username jonathaman, is a chess aficionado who’s been climbing the ranks steadily from the humble rating of 955 in mid-2022 all the way to an impressive peak Rapid rating of 2166 by April 2025. Not just a one-trick pony, Jonathan plays across all time controls with a particular flair in Rapid and Blitz, where he has amassed 1123 Rapid wins and an astounding 1866 Blitz victories, proving he can think fast and slow with equal ingenuity.

Style & Strategy

Jonathan favors aggressive and classical openings like the Italian Game and Caro Kann Defense - Two Knights Attack, boasting win rates above 55% in Rapid. Not one to shy away from gambits, he also dabbles successfully in the King’s Gambit with an eye-catching 66.67% win rate. His endgames are notoriously gritty, evidenced by a hefty 62.66% Endgame Frequency and an average of over 63 moves per win - this guy really loves a good marathon!

Psychological Profile & Playing Times

Known to maintain focus even under pressure, Jonathan showcases a remarkable 82.28% comeback rate when down on material and keeps his tilt factor at just 16%. Early mornings are his sweet spot, especially around 1 AM, where his win rate peaks to a sprightly 58%. Shout out to the night owls - he’s clearly a strategist who gets sharper when the world sleeps.

Memorable Moments

Jonathan’s recent games tell tales of tactical brilliance and dogged determination. Whether it’s squeezing the life out of a complicated Nimzowitsch Defense or pressing advantage in the King’s Indian Defense, he turns chess battles into theatrical shows. His latest victory by resignation on May 27, 2025, against an opponent rated 1965 shows a masterful command of position and pressure.

Fun Facts

• Longest winning streak: 23 games - talk about riding high on a wave of success!
• Jonathan's favorite day to bring the heat? Sundays, where he wins 53.3% of his matches.
• Despite battling thousands of opponents, some have zero wins against him, including daskalove93.

Overall, Jonathan is that lovable chess warrior who blends tactical sharpness, psychological resilience, and a touch of night owl mystique to conquer chessboards everywhere. If you ever face "jonathaman" online, brace yourself - he’s not only playing the game, but also playing your mind!