Profile Summary: linares56
Meet linares56, a Rapid chess warrior navigating the 64 squares with a cocktail of grit, guile, and the occasional groan-worthy blunder. Known for a peak Rapid rating of 303 and a blistering Daily top rating of 400 (don't ask how!), linares56 battles fiercely, embracing losses almost as passionately as victories.
With over 600 Rapid games logged in 2025 alone, linares56 is a frequent competitor who never shies away from the Bird's Opening—perhaps his favorite feather in the cap—with a respectable 53.85% win rate there. However, the Grob Opening remains a love-hate affair, capturing just under 28% wins. Some openings may bring more challenges, but our player strikes back with fierce endgame determination, with nearly half their games reaching that crucial phase.
Contrary to popular belief, linares56 does not quit the battlefield early too often—only about 11% of games end in premature resignations, proving a warrior’s heart beats inside.
Style & Tactics
- Average moves per win: ~40 moves (a swift but thoughtful attack!)
- Average moves per loss: ~62 moves (extra-long suffering in defeat)
- Comeback rate: Nearly 60%—this player hates to say die and loves to turn tables!
- Win rate after losing a piece: Just over 32%. Sometimes sacrifices pay off; sometimes they pay rent.
Favorite Time to Play
6:00 AM—the calm before the coffee storm seems to be the magical hour for peak focus and tactical prowess.
Rivalries and Records
linares56 has tangled with many foes, some with mixed fortunes. For example, against paulovski2024, luck runs out with no wins in 11 matches. But against various others like robert_1915 and maria3916, the scoreboard lights up proudly with 100% wins.
Fun Fact
For someone with "56" in their name, linares56 seems to favor the oddly specific and quirky Bird’s Opening gambit variations more than the standard fare—proving that a little birdie might actually know some secrets of the game!
Recent Memorable Triumphs
Among their recent victories, a daring win using the Bird’s Opening Swiss Gambit saw linares56 outmaneuver opponent Maria3916 with style and a steady hand. Click here to relive the final moves!
Final Thoughts
Whether coming back from an early scare or charging ahead from the start, linares56 embodies the heart of a true chess fighter. A master of perseverance, this player proves every day that in the game of kings, it's not just the rating but the spirit that matters.
[[Chart|Rating|Rapid|2025-01-2025-06]]🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| jmartin087 | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| shubhjain54321 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| pupilyttiiyg | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| gheghins | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| eddiewar1 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| paulovski2024 | 0W / 11L / 0D | |
| aidencaleb25 | 1W / 1L / 0D | |
| omarnostas | 0W / 2L / 0D | |
| qrmeniii | 1W / 1L / 0D | |
| shubh1mmm | 0W / 2L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 222 | 400 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 137W / 146L / 29D | 124W / 173L / 17D | 55.4 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birds Opening | 67 | 36 | 24 | 7 | 53.7% |
| Birds Opening Dutch Variation | 54 | 28 | 22 | 4 | 51.9% |
| Sicilian Defense | 43 | 19 | 21 | 3 | 44.2% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 42 | 16 | 25 | 1 | 38.1% |
| Dutch Defense | 32 | 13 | 17 | 2 | 40.6% |
| Birds Opening Froms Gambit | 19 | 9 | 10 | 0 | 47.4% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 19 | 8 | 10 | 1 | 42.1% |
| Sicilian Defense Bowdler Attack | 18 | 6 | 12 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Grob Opening | 18 | 5 | 9 | 4 | 27.8% |
| Alekhines Defense | 14 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 6 | 0 |
| Losing | 9 | 1 |