Constantin Lupulescu GM

Constantin Lupulescu: Grandmaster of the 64 Squares

Meet Constantin Lupulescu, or as the chessboard knows him, LupulescuC, a formidable Grandmaster crowned by FIDE and a fierce contender in rapid, blitz, and bullet chess. If chess were a marathon, Constantin would be the frontrunner wearing sneakers laced with strategy and sprinkled with a pinch of daring audacity.

Career Highlights & Playing Style

Constantin has dazzled fans with peak ratings soaring above the 2700 mark, boasting a blitz peak of 2762, a bullet peak of 2706, and rapid flair reaching 2690. His style? A deep endgame aficionado, playing the long game with patience, reflected in an average of over 88 moves per win. He may not throw in the towel early—early resignations are nonexistent—because giving up is simply not in his playbook.

Known for a tactical comeback rate of an eye-popping 93.85%, Constantin thrives when down a piece, showing nerves of steel and a knack for turning tables. White or black, his game remains balanced, with a tight win rate of around 50% with white pieces and nearly 48% with black—a true warrior on both sides of the board.

A Record to Brag About

• Rapid: 24 wins, 20 losses, 21 draws — battles fought with grit and grace.
• Blitz: 26 wins, 10 losses, 5 draws — lightning-fast decisions, razor-sharp tactics.
• Bullet: 15 wins, 8 losses, 4 draws — speed chess that leaves opponents breathless.

Constantin’s longest winning streak? A solid 8 consecutive games proving that streaks are made to break records. The longest losing streak? Four games, reminding us even grandmasters have bad days—though his tilt factor is a humble 4, showing he is usually quite zen.

Opening Secrets and Strategic Wits

With nearly 65 rapid games under his belt using the mysterious Top Secret openings (or just excellent preparation), he holds a win rate of just under 37%—because keeping your cards close to your chest is a Grandmaster's trademark. Blitz and bullet show stronger success in this category, peaking at 63% and 56% wins respectively. Opponents beware: Constantin knows his openings, but he saves the best for the late middlegame and endgame fireworks.

On the Clock and in the Mind

His best time to play? Mornings at 10:00 AM—apparently, Constantin and coffee are a lethal combo for opening advantages. Interestingly, when the clock strikes 10 and 8 AM, his win rate is a perfect 100%—coincidence? We think not. Playing on Saturdays is also quite favorable, with a dazzling two-thirds win rate.

Notable Recent Battle

In his last memorable win against Reality-Stone on July 17, 2024, Constantin demonstrated precision and timing, clinching victory on time in a Queen’s Gambit Declined - Queen’s Knight Variation. A game that lasted 62 moves and proved that even well-timed delays in chess can be deadly.

Fun Facts

• He loves playing from behind—a comeback king!
• Average moves per game approach the century mark; if chess were a book, Constantin prefers epics over short stories.
• Despite some rough patches against certain opponents, he holds perfect records (100% wins) against names like Anton Demchenko and Vladimirkramnik—a fan favorite indeed!

In a nutshell, Constantin Lupulescu is not just playing chess; he is composing symphonies on the 64 squares, full of flair, grit, and strategic surprises. Next time you face him, remember: behind that calm Grandmaster façade beats the heart of a relentless competitor ready to turn the game on its head!