Player Profile: mate787
Meet mate787, a chess enthusiast whose rapid rating journey reads like a thrilling novel—with dramatic ups, fierce battles, and a sprinkle of humor. Starting humbly at a 1416 rating back in 2015, mate787 has steadily climbed the ranks and recently peaked at an impressive 1989 in Rapid chess (May 2024)—just shy of the elusive 2k mark but reminding us all that greatness is always just a move away.
Known for a tenacious playing style, mate787 boasts a relentless longest winning streak of 17 games. When things get tough, their comeback rate of nearly 76% shows true grit, bouncing back stronger after setbacks.
Although sometimes haunted by a tilt factor of 30 (hey, who isn't?), mate787's psychological resilience shines, especially playing around noon— their best time of day to play. Maybe it’s the power lunch or just caffeine kicking in!
Diving into openings, mate787 enjoys the intricacies of the Sicilian Defense and the Catalan Opening Closed, holding win rates around the 44-55% mark—proof that they combine strategic depth with a tactical punch. As for favorite defenses? The King's Indian Defense Normal Variation stands tall with over 56% win rate in Rapid games.
In blitz and bullet modes, mate787 shifts gears into an electrifying mode, with peak blitz rating touching 1770 and bullet peaking at 1719. But let’s be honest, bullet appears to be where occasional blunders sneak in—like rapid-fire chess comedy gold.
With a career full of battles against both friendly rivals and the whims of the chess gods, mate787’s record reflects their unyielding spirit: 453 wins in rapid play against 542 losses. Each defeat is merely fuel for future conquest.
Most Recent Highlight
Just a few days ago, mate787 clinched a thrilling victory over formidable opponents such as i_cone and franktort, winning by time pressure and resignation—classic moves that show patience is as deadly as any chess tactic.
However, even the best stumble sometimes, with recent losses to challengers like Elon_Musks_Cat and sjgaga, reminding us all that chess is a journey, not just a leaderboard.
In short, mate787 is the player who’s always ready for the next game, the next challenge, and the next surprising twist. A true warrior of the 64 squares, with just the right balance of skill, stubbornness, and perhaps a pinch of luck!