koran1989

Profile Summary: koran1989

Meet koran1989, a determined rapid chess player whose rating journey resembles a thrilling rollercoaster ride—starting from humble beginnings at around 211 in early 2024 and climbing steadily to a peak rapid rating of 634 by April 2025. With over 1,000 rapid games under their belt, koran1989 has proven to be a resilient competitor, boasting an impressive comeback rate of almost 70%! When the going gets tough, this player gets even tougher.

With a keen affinity for the King's Pawn Opening and its notorious variations, koran1989 loves to dive into battles full of strategic depth and tactical fireworks. The Philidor Defense is another favorite, where they shine with a win rate near 57%, proving they’re not afraid to venture off the beaten path. But beware the Pirc Defense - Geller System, where our hero's record is less than stellar (0 wins in 15 games)—even chess warriors have their kryptonite!

This player prefers paced, thoughtful play: rapid games average about 60 moves, signaling endurance and love for long, calculated battles rather than quick-fire blitz. Speaking of blitz and bullet, koran1989 might not be the fastest on the clock, but the occasional blitz win proves they're no one-trick pony. White pieces or black, they keep a fairly balanced win rate just below 50%, with a slight edge when playing black—a small surprise in a game where going second often feels like a disadvantage.

The psychological stats tell a story too. Koran1989 has an occasional tilt factor of 11, meaning after a tough loss, they might need a calming cup of tea or a deep breath. But fear not—they have a penchant for shining brightest around 2 PM, where a striking 70% win rate suggests they might be secretly fueled by afternoon snacks or motivational cat videos.

Their recent games are a patchwork of grit and glory. A notable victory via resignation against shri-vallabh-dhoot showcased their knack for persuasive endgame pressure, and many opponents fail to stand up to their strategic barrage. However, losses come around, too, especially to players like rushabhzaveri and rafirakha, reminding us all that even the best face dragons they must yet conquer.

When not juggling knights and pawns, koran1989 probably enjoys contemplating what life would be like as a queen on the chessboard—powerful, dynamic, and occasionally prone to overextending. Until then, they keep battling across Sunday to Saturday with notable weekends (Saturday win rate above 53%) and some tricky nights (3 AM games yield only about 27% success—perhaps sleep deprivation is a real opponent!).

In short: koran1989 is a modestly rising star of the rapid format, a tactician who thrives on resilience, strategy, and the good old-fashioned drama of chess. Follow their journey for some epic checkmates, crafty comebacks, and maybe a few hilarious blunders—because what’s chess without a little fun?

Last recorded peak ratings: Rapid 634, Blitz 397, Bullet 419, Daily 400.