About Matthieu Midonet (Lovelifebro)
Matthieu Midonet, known online as Lovelifebro, is a FIDE-titled Candidate Master (CM) and a feared — and occasionally adored — Bullet specialist. With tens of thousands of rapid-fire Bullet games under his belt, Matthieu blends speed, nerve, and a surprising fondness for endgame marathons. Preferred time control: Bullet.
- Title: Candidate Master (FIDE)
- Username: Lovelifebro
- Preferred time control: Bullet — blinks optional, reflexes required
Career Snapshot & Playing Volume
Matthieu is one of those players who treats online chess like cardio: many long sessions, lots of games, and steady improvement. He’s logged extraordinary Bullet volume and a nearly even long-term win/loss balance that speaks to experience rather than luck.
- Bullet record highlights: an enormous sample of games and a near‑50% strength‑adjusted win rate — great for a player who thrives under the clock.
- Notable streaks: longest winning streak 16 games; longest losing streak 14 games; currently on a 3‑game winning streak.
Style & Strengths
Matthieu favors sharp, practical chess in short time controls but also displays unusual endurance: long average game lengths and a high endgame frequency suggest he’s equally comfortable in technical, slow-burn positions.
- Playstyle: fast, tenacious, and endgame‑savvy — expect long fights even in Bullet.
- Tactical resilience: strong comeback rate and solid performance after material loss.
- Psychological quirk: best time of day around 07:00 — morning woodpecker of the chess world.
Openings & Repertoire
Matthieu plays a surprisingly broad repertoire but shows recurring success with several reliable systems. He has particular affinity for the following lines in fast games:
- Favored defenses and systems: Caro-Kann Defense, Scandinavian Defense, Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon
- Also commonly seen: Barnes Defense, Modern setups, and the Amar Gambit in blitz skirmishes
- Fun stat: he’s logged thousands of games in the Caro‑Kann and Amar Gambit — a signature combination of solidity and cheek.
Memorable Matches & Tools
Matthieu has faced many repeat opponents; some rivalries are almost familial. If you want to study how he handles frequent rivals, check his top foe:
- Most-played opponent: ugetting (hundreds of encounters)
- Notable rival stats and records are reflected across his Bullet and Blitz logs — the kind of data that makes coaches smile and opponents sweat.
Example snippet of the type of sharp opening he enjoys (viewer placeholder below):
Personality & Off‑board Notes
On and off the board, Matthieu mixes seriousness with self‑aware humor. He’s the player who will resign a lost position gracefully, then immediately queue another Bullet match — coffee in hand, keyboard warming up.
- Nickname origin: Lovelifebro — rumored to be from a mix of optimism and a poorly timed emoticon.
- Training habits: huge volume of practice, focused opening drills, and a surprising taste for long endgame training even when playing 1+0.
- Placeholders for deeper study: 2654 (2025-10-22) and 2609 (2025-03-24)
Want to Follow or Study His Games?
If you’re researching Bullet technique, opening choice trends, or endgame persistence at speed, Matthieu’s games are an excellent case study. He’s a great example of how volume, psychology, and targeted preparation combine at the Candidate Master level.
- Study tips: watch long decisive games to see how he converts practical chances; study his Scandinavian and Caro‑Kann handling for robust counters; analyze his comeback sequences to learn resilience techniques.
- Quick links: check matches with frequent opponents and opening clusters for repeatable patterns.