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Jason Shi FM

mathapples Since 2019 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟♟♟
53.8% W 37.6% L 8.6% D
Bullet
1951
0W 6L 0D
Blitz
2585
1209W 844L 191D
Rapid
2199
18W 7L 6D

Introduction

Jason Shi, known online as mathapples, is a FIDE Master whose chess journey blends serious titles with bullet-speed thrills. This quick-witted player turns games into hilarious battles where opponents often blink and lose.

Chess Career

From early days pushing pawns to earning the FIDE Master crown, Jason has carved a path filled with clever traps. He thrives in fast formats and has tangled with rivals like miso2211 in countless showdowns.

Signature Openings

Jason frequently deploys the Caro-Kann Defense as black and the Catalan Opening as white, leaving foes scratching their heads at his sneaky ideas. These choices add a layer of comedy to his wins.

Playing Style

Preferred time control appears to be Bullet, where Jason zips through moves like a caffeinated grandmaster. His endgame frequency and tactical comebacks make every match a laugh-out-loud spectacle.

Bio last updated 2026-07-10