Profile of Mathias Rodrigues (mathiasR24)
Meet Mathias Rodrigues, a spirited chess enthusiast known in the digital realm as mathiasR24. If chess rating were a roller coaster, Mathias’ would be the thrilling kind — with peaks, valleys, and a ride full of strategic twists!
Rating Highlights
- Rapid Chess: A journey from an initial 654 in 2021, through a marathon of 700+ battles, hitting a peak of 737 in mid-2025. Clearly, sticking to rapid games suits Mathias’s style!
- Blitz Chess: Mathias blitzed to a peak rating of 741 in May 2025, showing quick instincts but also the occasional hiccup (losses outnumber wins here).
- Bullet & Daily Chess: Though bullet remains a tough nut (peak 488), he shines in daily chess with a respectable 1200 peak rating, proving that sometimes slow and steady wins a different kind of race.
Playing Style
Known for strong endurance, Mathias averages about 58 moves per win — a solid marathoner rather than a sprinter. His endgame skills come up frequently (played nearly half of his games till the endgame!), and his win rates as White and Black are nearly balanced, at roughly 50% each.
He has a 59.6% comeback rate, meaning if Mathias loses a piece, don’t count him out — a true fighter! However, about 7% of his games end with early resignations (no shame in knowing when to quit), and he occasionally tilts (tilt factor 9), but hey, who doesn’t?
Opening Weapons
Mathias has a soft spot for the French Defense in rapid games, employing its various flavors from Normal to Knight and Advance variations with about 50% success. His favorite poison also includes the Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation with an impressive 60.7% win rate — chess opponents, beware!
In blitz and bullet games, he experiments freely, scoring with the Italian Game and Pirc Defense variations, adding some zest and surprise to his playbook.
Recent Battles
Just recently, Mathias showcased his wit with a solid win against wiinnee in the French Defense Advance Variation, forcing his opponent to resign after a series of strategic punctuations. Another highlight includes a victory using the Pirc Defense that demonstrated tough defensive resilience and clever counterplay.
Of course, like every warrior, Mathias has faced setbacks. His most recent defeat was against KelvinMonrroy, a brisk game where Mathias’ defense faltered. But worry not — every loss is just a plot twist in his chess saga.
Fun Facts
- Mathias’ best time to strike is at 9 AM, making mornings the prime time to challenge him (if you dare!).
- His longest winning streak stands at an impressive 12 games; his longest losing streak, a humble 9.
- He favours tactical battles on Thursdays and thrives in the early hours, proving that chess is a science of both brain and circadian rhythm.
In Short
Mathias Rodrigues is a dedicated, resilient, and sometimes unpredictable chess adventurer whose game tells a story of perseverance and growth. Whether you meet him online or over the board, expect a game full of tactical flair, strategic depth, and a dash of fun — because in his world, chess is as much about the journey as the checkmate.
Never underestimate the player who learns from every pawn sacrifice and celebrates every subtle gain. Mathias, keep those kings trembling!