Zeng Chongsheng: The Grandmaster Known as "lonelyzeng"
Zeng Chongsheng, a distinguished Grandmaster titled by FIDE, is a chess force to be reckoned with on the 64 squares. Known online as lonelyzeng, he has demonstrated a blend of strategic finesse and tactical brilliance that keeps opponents scratching their heads and updating their opening books.
Rating and Performance Snapshot
Hitting a blitz rating peak of a jaw-dropping 3097 in October 2021, Zeng's rapid play isn't far behind with a peak rating over 2600. His bullet rating also soared past 2800 – clearly, whether it's lightning-fast or deep strategic play, he's got it covered.
With over 700 wins in blitz and nearly 350 in bullet chess, his aggressive style often overwhelms opponents. His winning rate hovers around a solid 53% in blitz and 55% in bullet, showing a slight edge for quick and furious games where every second counts.
Playing Style & Psychological Edge
Zeng is notorious for his astonishing 87% comeback rate, proving he’s not one to shy away from a challenge—even if he’s down a piece. Opponents beware: his cleverness after losing material gives his games a twist worthy of a thriller novel.
Not just a tactician but a psychological wizard, his "tilt factor" remains impressively low at 10, meaning he keeps a cool head—even when the heat is on. His favorite time to play? The mysterious hour of 10 PM, when his win rates skyrocket.
Opening Secrets and Records
In line with his mysterious nickname, many of Zeng’s openings are “Top Secret,” with him amassing over 1300 blitz games in this cryptic category, winning over half of them. His ability to confound opponents from the very first moves is part of what makes him a top player.
Memorable Games
One recent highlight was a blitz game where lonelyzeng clinched a victory by resignation against an opponent rated near 2900, showcasing precise endgame technique and relentless pressure. Another dramatic match saw him win on time after a grueling fight in the King's Indian Defense.
Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak: a stunning 31 games. That’s a century in chess terms!
- Average moves per win? Around 78 – patience truly is a virtue in his playstyle.
- Maintains a slight edge when playing White, with a 55% win rate, but don’t underestimate his Black pieces prowess.
Whether blitz, bullet, or rapid, Zeng Chongsheng’s calculated creativity combined with his fighting spirit make him a chess player worth following. In the ever-shifting tides of online chess, lonelyzeng remains anything but lonely—he's a titan among titans.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Валерий Свиридов | 39W / 70L / 6D | View Games |
| Leo Bispo | 31W / 22L / 4D | View Games |
| coachjkane | 24W / 21L / 2D | View Games |
| mraaale | 26W / 8L / 0D | View Games |
| Ivan Yeletsky | 16W / 12L / 5D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2694 | 2998 | 2571 | |
| 2020 | 2683 | 1197 | ||
| 2019 | 2710 | |||
| 2018 | 2501 | 2751 | ||
| 2017 | 2538 | 2504 | ||
| 2016 | 2301 | 1369 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 341W / 258L / 60D | 325W / 282L / 48D | 79.7 |
| 2020 | 23W / 24L / 4D | 23W / 25L / 3D | 77.2 |
| 2019 | 14W / 18L / 1D | 15W / 13L / 2D | 82.6 |
| 2018 | 95W / 49L / 9D | 79W / 62L / 12D | 83.7 |
| 2017 | 73W / 33L / 2D | 66W / 39L / 6D | 78.7 |
| 2016 | 20W / 0L / 0D | 17W / 2L / 0D | 59.1 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 1387 | 731 | 551 | 105 | 52.7% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 629 | 348 | 248 | 33 | 55.3% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 27 | 12 | 6 | 9 | 44.4% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 31 | 0 |
| Losing | 10 | 10 |