Meet jonnycastro: The Chess Maverick
Once upon an online board, there emerged a fighter known as jonnycastro, a rapid chess enthusiast whose rating journey looks like a thrilling novel full of ups, downs, and plot twists.
Starting with a blazing peak Rapid rating of 963 back in October 2022, jonnycastro has steadily navigated the rollercoaster of skittish openings, narrow escapes, and hard-fought victories. Despite a bit of a rocky start, the player's resilience shone through with an impressive average rating hovering around 700-800 in recent months.
Known for a diverse opening repertoire, jonnycastro has a soft spot for the King's Pawn Opening, boasting a respectful near-50% win rate out of 1262 rapid games—talk about loyalty! Other openings like the Scandinavian Defense and Bishop's Opening have also seen lots of action, with win rates that suggest both charm and cheekiness.
Style and Personality
With an average moves per win just shy of 53, and an endgame frequency touching 48%, jonnycastro definitely likes a good fight even after the cavalry has charged. Beware the early resignation rate of almost 12%, though — sometimes patience runs thin faster than a blitz timer!
This player’s comeback rate is nothing short of legendary, winning over 56% of games after falling behind, proving that jonnycastro doesn’t just play chess — they survive and conquer it. But wield your pawns carefully, because the win rate after losing a piece is 37%, reminding us that sacrifices sometimes come with a price.
Timing is Everything
If you want to challenge jonnycastro, your best bet is to catch them off guard on a Friday or Sunday, when their win rates flirt with the near-50% sweet spot. And if you play around 11 AM, prepare for a fierce battle: that’s their personal prime time for chess brilliance.
Memorable Moments
Among countless games played, jonnycastro’s most recent victories are nothing short of spectacular, including a fearless Queen’s attack leading to a resignation by their opponent. Not to mention their quick and cheeky checkmate with the classic King's Pawn Opening smothered with flair.
Opponents beware: whether it’s against old friends like timmypel with a 79% win rate or new challengers, jonnycastro keeps the game unpredictable and exciting.
In Summary
jonnycastro is not your typical chess player - a mix of determination, tactical surprises, and a dash of humor (because who else opens with Qh5?), guided by that inspiring blend of grit and ingenuity. Whether maneuvering through King's Pawns or battling it out in rapid-fire face-offs, expect an entertaining journey through the ranks with jonnycastro.
Keep an eye on this player — the game is far from over, and the best moves are yet to come.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| gurn2 | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| tttt16974 | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| kader_n | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| unexpectedborek | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| notagoodapple | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| timmypel | 27W / 2L / 5D | |
| jasembb6 | 20W / 0L / 2D | |
| yrurp | 1W / 16L / 1D | |
| joshbonts | 7W / 0L / 2D | |
| marvinwarvin | 2W / 4L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 730 | |||
| 2024 | 766 | |||
| 2023 | 698 | 726 | ||
| 2022 | 513 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 99W / 94L / 19D | 103W / 100L / 13D | 57.0 |
| 2024 | 7W / 6L / 0D | 6W / 6L / 2D | 48.6 |
| 2023 | 575W / 533L / 88D | 554W / 570L / 76D | 56.6 |
| 2022 | 244W / 275L / 44D | 261W / 257L / 46D | 49.0 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Pawn Opening | 1310 | 651 | 571 | 88 | 49.7% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 182 | 87 | 79 | 16 | 47.8% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 126 | 53 | 63 | 10 | 42.1% |
| Bishops Opening | 101 | 52 | 45 | 4 | 51.5% |
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 96 | 42 | 47 | 7 | 43.8% |
| Philidor Defense | 85 | 37 | 38 | 10 | 43.5% |
| Alekhines Defense | 83 | 41 | 40 | 2 | 49.4% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 83 | 41 | 29 | 13 | 49.4% |
| Undefined | 74 | 35 | 31 | 8 | 47.3% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation | 73 | 30 | 39 | 4 | 41.1% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Pawn Opening | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 11 | 0 |
| Losing | 15 | 4 |