Mario Barisic (Jurin123): The Relentless Rapid Renegade
Meet Mario Barisic, a chess enthusiast who has transformed the 64 squares into his personal battleground with the username Jurin123. A rapidly rising star in the chess world of 2025, Mario’s journey is nothing short of a rollercoaster ride—peppered with dazzling victories, crushing defeats, and some seriously stylish checkmates.
Starting 2025 with a modest rapid rating around 238, Mario’s calculated madness and relentless pursuit of victory skyrocketed his max rapid rating to a fiery 702 by the end of May. That’s right, in barely half a year, he went from chess apprentice to a king-maker with an average rapid rating surging past 594 in May alone. With over 1,000 rapid games played and a nearly even win-loss record (445 wins to 454 losses), it’s clear Mario prefers battles of attrition—after all, he’s logged an average of 61 moves per victory, showing he’s not one to give up on a fight.
When it comes to openings, Mario’s favorite weapon is the King’s Pawn Opening, a classic choice that’s yielded a respectable 48.6% win rate in rapid games. But he's no one-trick pawn pusher; he switches gears skillfully with the French Defense Normal Variation (winning nearly 64% of the time) and the sprinty Scotch Game with over 57% wins, proving that variety is the spice of chess life.
Mario’s playing style is a blend of patience and resilience—he’s known for a high comeback rate of 70%, meaning when the chips are down, he’s more likely than not to turn the tide. His endgame frequency is notably high at 61%, so beware if you think you can outlast him in the late stages; he’s practically a marathon runner on the board. However, the psychological battlefield is not without its hazards, as Mario carries a tilt factor of 9—so it’s safe to say that even grandmasters have their "argh" moments.
And speaking of moments, his best time to play is late at night, with an astonishing 100% win rate at 11 PM! Apparently, the moonlight does wonders for those diabolical checkmates.
Notable Games & Highs
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Memorable Win: Checkmating Ps-Ben in a rapid game on May 31, 2025, using the Scotch Game—a flawless sequence ending in a Queen sacrifice that screams “I dare you to survive this.” (Replay)
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Peak Blitz Rating: 531 in April 2025, demonstrating Mario’s versatile skillset across different time controls.
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Longest Winning Streak: 13 games—a streak worth bragging about, especially for those pesky opponents who thought they had him cornered.
Whether you're looking for a fierce tactical combatant or a tenacious strategist who thrives well into the endgame, Mario Barisic’s chess journey is a testament to passion, perseverance, and a touch of night-time magic. So next time you see Jurin123 online, prepare for a masterclass in rapid-fire chess chaos, or at the very least, a game that’s anything but boring.
