About kkbourdon
Meet kkbourdon, the rapid-fire tactician whose chess journey reads like a thrilling rollercoaster ride – with more twists and turns than a rook trapped behind a wall of pawns. Starting with a modest rapid rating in the low 200s in late 2024, kkbourdon has blitzed their way to an impressive peak rapid rating of 793 by June 2025. Not bad for someone who once hovered around 220!
Playing Style & Strengths
A paradox wrapped in an enigma, kkbourdon prefers the patience of the long game, averaging about 53 moves to win – proving chess marathons are their jam. They embrace endgames with gusto (over 51% of games reach that stage), and their tactical awareness is nothing short of ninja-level: a nearly 70% comeback rate means never count them out, even after losing a piece! Oh, and they like to keep it spicy with early resignations just 5% of the time—because sometimes, you gotta know when to fold 'em.
Opening Favorites
When it comes to openings, French Defense and its many variations are kkbourdon’s bread and butter — especially the Normal and Knight Variations where they maintain win rates over 57%. They also wield the Queen’s Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation like a seasoned chef flipping pancakes, boasting a solid 55.56% win rate. Against opponents, the Kings Fianchetto Opening stands tall, with a spicy 59.26% win ratio in rapid and an even zestier 62.5% in blitz games.
War Stories & Memorable Games
Their latest victory was against the formidable anhoc21, showcasing surgical precision in the Philidor Defense Exchange Variation. Even during losses — which do happen (hey, nobody’s perfect) — kkbourdon fights valiantly, often learning and bouncing back stronger.
Notable Stats & Trivia
- Rapid Win/Loss/Draw: 418 / 354 / 41
- Blitz Win/Loss/Draw: 21 / 21 / 0 (blitz: the ultimate equalizer!)
- Longest Winning Streak: 8 games (because streaks are life's little motivators)
- Most deadly hours for opponents: 06:00 AM – if you’re facing kkbourdon this early, prepare for a wake-up call.
- Favorite days to dominate: Mondays and Fridays, perfect days to start and end the week with a checkmate.
Psychological Profile
Tilt? Minimal. A modest tilt factor of 6 shows kkbourdon can keep their cool even when the chessboard gets emotional. Their perseverance and resilience (as seen in the comeback rate) make them a dangerous adversary who rarely gives up. And here’s a fun fact: they actually perform better in relaxed, casual games versus rated matches by over 51% – so maybe they just play better when the pressure’s off?
A Final Word
Whether they’re charming opponents with the French Defense or outwitting foes during the blinding blitz minutes, kkbourdon is a player growing fast, witty, and full of surprises. Keep an eye out – their rating trajectory hints at great things ahead, and their games are a joy — sometimes even to the spectators rooting for brilliant moves and the occasional spectacular blunder.
