About Magikarpov2
Meet Magikarpov2, a chess enthusiast with a flair for both strategy and style, who has quickly made a mark in the realm of daily chess games. Whether you call it passion or obsession, their dedication is clear from their impressive performance across all time controls, especially in Daily and Rapid games.
Playing Style & Strengths
Magikarpov2 combines patience and tactical awareness, making them a formidable player in long games as well as quicker matches. With an average of over 64 moves per win, this player loves to savor the battle on the board! Some highlights:
- Excellent endgame skills, with an endgame frequency near 65%
- A comeback rate of nearly 74%, showing resilience under pressure
- Strong opening performance with favorites like the English Opening, Caro-Kann Defense, and Rapport-Jobava System
- White pieces win rate: 56.9%, Black pieces win rate: 51.0%
- Best playing time around 17:00 — prime time for brain power!
Career Highlights
- Peak Daily rating: 1978 (June 2025) — real powerhouse in daily chess
- Peak Rapid rating: 2060 (February 2025) — could give the masters a run for their money
- Strong blitz presence too, with over 1,500 rating and 1,200 wins!
- Scored a smashing 21-game winning streak
- Outstanding win rate (>70%) using tactical openings like the Ponziani Opening, King's Gambit Accepted, and Caro-Kann variations in daily games
Notable Opponents
Magikarpov2 fears no challenger! Their top opponent list reveals a fierce win record:
- reaper66613: Won 54 out of 56 encounters
- coach-nadia: 100% win rate
- lizivanovchess: Decent rivalry with 16 wins, 7 losses, and 5 draws
With many opponents facing tough times on the board, Magikarpov2's combination of openings and psychological stamina often turns the tables early on.
Favorite Openings
Some fans love flashy openings, others go for solid defense. Magikarpov2 mixes both! Their favorite daily openings with win rates:
- English Opening: King's - 72% win rate
- Ponziani Opening - 100% win rate (magical stuff!)
- King's Gambit Accepted: MacLeod Defense - 100% win rate
- Russian-Three Knights Game - 100% win rate
- Caro-Kann Defense and variations - consistently strong
A Fun Fact
Despite the serious sound of their username, Magikarpov2 could be secretly channeling the indomitable spirit of a certain famous Pokémon – evolving from a humble Magikarp to a ferocious Gyarados on the chessboard!
Summary
Magikarpov2 is an ambitious and tactical chess player whose steady climb through the ranks is marked by perseverance, a wide arsenal of openings, and a knack for dramatic comebacks. Whether they’re striking in rapid games or slowly grinding out daily victories, this player keeps opponents on their toes and spectators entertained.
Overall Progress
Congratulations on your strong progress over the last six months! Your rating has improved significantly by over 1000 points, with a current strong upward trend. Your strength adjusted win rate around 60% is solid, reflecting effective learning and good results in your games.
Recent Winning Games Highlights
- You have demonstrated effective use of the English Opening and various gambit styles, taking control early and converting advantages well.
- Many of your victories ended with strong tactical finishes and checkmates, showing increased confidence in attacking play.
- You handled the transition to middlegame smoothly, often simplifying into advantageous endgames.
- Use of strong piece activity and controlling key squares was evident, especially in your daily games against intermediate opponents.
Areas to Improve Based on Recent Losses
- Some losses indicate challenges in the English Opening and related variations. Consider deepening your theory and understanding of common plans in these lines.
- In a few games, you faced pressure in the pawn structure mid-to-late game. Focusing on pawn structure evaluation and defense can help maintain balance.
- Watch out for tactical oversights when under pressure; working on calculation exercises may help improve accuracy in critical moments.
- Endgame technique, while generally good, can always be sharpened for precision. Reviewing classic endgame studies might be valuable.
Suggested Focus for Continued Growth
- Continue sharpening your opening repertoire with a focus on solidifying your understanding of the English Opening and related systems.
- Practice tactics regularly to improve pattern recognition and calculation speed.
- Analyze your own games, especially losses, to identify moments where alternative plans or moves could yield better outcomes.
- Try to maintain a balance between attacking chances and positional safety, especially in complex middlegame positions.
Keep Up the Great Work
Your rating trends show that dedication and steady improvement are paying off. Stay patient and consistent with your study and practice, and you will continue climbing the rating ladder effectively.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| reaper66613 | 82W / 2L / 1D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| reaper66613 | 82W / 2L / 1D | |
| lizivanovchess | 16W / 7L / 5D | |
| wolfzer17 | 11W / 6L / 0D | |
| baniqehaja | 10W / 5L / 1D | |
| cixa | 8W / 4L / 2D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1444 | 1635 | 1978 | 1595 |
| 2024 | 1447 | 1650 | 881 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 280W / 202L / 15D | 276W / 186L / 38D | 67.3 |
| 2024 | 366W / 239L / 24D | 310W / 297L / 26D | 64.8 |
Openings: Most Played
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caro-Kann Defense | 18 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Petrov's Defense | 15 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 73.3% |
| English Opening: Drill Variation | 11 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 81.8% |
| Dresden Opening: The Goblin | 10 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 90.0% |
| Amazon Attack | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| KGA: Fischer, 4.Bc4 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| English Opening: Symmetrical Variation | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Amar Gambit | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 80.0% |
| Sicilian Defense | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation, Sherzer Variation | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Attack | 372 | 205 | 155 | 12 | 55.1% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 321 | 158 | 148 | 15 | 49.2% |
| Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation | 110 | 56 | 48 | 6 | 50.9% |
| Australian Defense | 80 | 44 | 33 | 3 | 55.0% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 42 | 18 | 24 | 0 | 42.9% |
| Pirc Defense: Classical Variation | 27 | 13 | 13 | 1 | 48.1% |
| Slav Defense | 25 | 11 | 14 | 0 | 44.0% |
| Amar Gambit | 21 | 14 | 5 | 2 | 66.7% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 20 | 4 | 16 | 0 | 20.0% |
| Dutch Defense | 20 | 12 | 5 | 3 | 60.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caro-Kann Defense | 155 | 101 | 43 | 11 | 65.2% |
| Amazon Attack | 137 | 83 | 47 | 7 | 60.6% |
| Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation | 40 | 19 | 19 | 2 | 47.5% |
| English Opening: Drill Variation | 38 | 17 | 20 | 1 | 44.7% |
| Petrov's Defense | 37 | 16 | 21 | 0 | 43.2% |
| Australian Defense | 27 | 17 | 8 | 2 | 63.0% |
| Slav Defense | 23 | 10 | 11 | 2 | 43.5% |
| English Opening: Agincourt Defense | 21 | 15 | 6 | 0 | 71.4% |
| English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense | 15 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 53.3% |
| English Opening | 15 | 7 | 8 | 0 | 46.7% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Pirc Defense: Classical Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| French Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Slav Defense: Exchange Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Amazon Attack | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Bird Opening: Dutch Variation, Batavo Gambit | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Dresden Opening: The Goblin | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 21 | 15 |
| Losing | 8 | 0 |