Krzysztof P. – The Daily Dose of Chess Drama
Known in the chess world as krzysiupo, Krzysztof is a player who has taken his sweet time mastering the boards. Since bursting onto the scene with an impressive Blitz rating of 800 back in 2019, he's been riding the ups and downs like a true chess rollercoaster.
Style & Strengths
Krzysiupo’s games average about 52 moves to victory and almost 58 moves in defeat, showcasing a gritty, enduring fighting spirit. He hardly ever quits early (early resignation rate ~2.5%), and he thrives in endgames, playing nearly half his games deep into the final stages. Comeback rate? An impressive 76%! When Krzysiupo loses a piece, he still scrambles to win half of the time – an admirable resilience that would make even the toughest Grandmasters nod in respect.
Favorite Battles
Across all time controls, Krzysiupo shows a strong affinity for the Caro-Kann Defense (especially in Blitz and Rapid), with a solid win rate around 50-60% depending on the format. The Italian Game and King’s Pawn Opening King's Knight Variation are also regular battlefield choices, proving he likes to bring classic, tactical openings to the fray.
Career Highlights & Ratings
- Peak Blitz Rating: 800 (2019) – A strong start to Krzysiupo’s journey.
- Peak Rapid Rating: 775 (May 2025) – Love at 775 beats per minute on the clock.
- Peak Bullet Rating: 398 (Jan 2025) – Faster than a coffee-fueled cheetah.
- Peak Daily Rating: 1125 (May 2025) – Takes his time and makes it count.
Win-Loss-Draw Records
His all-time record: 82-70-7 in Blitz, 113-81-10 in Rapid, with balanced bullet stats (34 wins and 34 losses), and a winning edge in Daily games (27 wins vs 11 losses).
The Social Arena
Krzysiupo adores a good rivalry and has quite a few favorite opponents. He holds a perfect winning streak against opponents like andregnz and sacrifice_the_qu_een (100% wins!), while kacper_golf4 remains a tricky challenger who has bested him a few times. He shows impressive psychological stamina with a low tilt factor of 6, rarely letting losses get under his skin.
Daily Chess King
When it comes to leisurely and thoughtful chess, Krzysiupo shines brightest. His favorite time control is Daily, where patience is king and he reigns supreme with a peak rating of 1125. It’s here that he crafts his long-term strategies and shows mastery over the slow build-up.
Notable Recent Victory
Just recently, in a game against andregnz, Krzysiupo showcased his tactical acumen by winning on time after a tense fight in the Queen's Pawn Opening. Precision, pressure, and patience combined to seal the deal in style.
Fun Fact
If Krzysiupo’s chess career was a movie, it’d be called "The Long Game: Patience, Precision, and the Occasional Checkmate". Expect twists, proud comebacks, and the occasional “Oops, let me resign here gracefully” moment – all wrapped in a warm-hearted love for the game.
