Meet mattg713 - The Underdog of the Boards
In the vast universe of chess warriors, mattg713 carves out a niche with determination, a pinch of luck, and a notable flair for surprises. His journey through the ranks is a rollercoaster - with peaks that flirt with respectability and valleys that teach humility.
Rating Rollercoaster
His peak Daily rating soared to a respectable 654 in September 2023, a brief but shining moment of glory. Blitz enthusiasts might know him for his top blitz rating of 343 in early 2024, while Rapid fans saw him push as high as 505 in August 2024. Even in Bullet, mattg713 showed flashes of speed and daring, peaking at 328 in mid-2025.
Playing Style & Personality
Fans and foes alike notice mattg713's average game lengths hover around 49 moves for wins and 48 for losses—he knows how to drag a battle out! Though not the queen of brutal attacks, an impressive 61.1% comeback rate reveals a fighter who hates to back down when losing material. His early resignation rate, clocking in at a modest 10%, shows he's not one to give up without a fight.
Something about mattg713’s style screams “chill strategist” — mixing steady endgame play (45.6% endgame frequency) with a psychological tilt factor of 17, meaning when the going gets tough, he might swear quietly to himself (or loudly). His best tactical hours? The witching hour at 3 AM, when the rest of the world sleeps and he’s plotting checkmates.
Openings - The Experimentalist
Ever the adventurer, mattg713 favors the Queen’s Pawn Opening with a perfect 100% win success in Daily games — a true fan favorite. High-risk openings like the Van't Kruijs have given him a tough time, with a win rate of 20%. The Bishop’s Opening and Queen's Pawn Zukertort Chigorin variation both reflect his flair in Blitz and Rapid, boasting win rates north of 60% when the clock is ticking fast.
Record vs Opponents
Facing off against frequent opponents such as assasincate, mattg713 holds a competitive 56% success rate—never backing down. Against rare foes like slimybanjo, it seems luck hasn't been on his side lately (looking at you, recent loss!). But battles against bikbep have been sweet victories all around.
Recent Battles
From a neat victory by resignation against C_ACB with the cozy Queen’s Pawn Accelerated London System opening, to a swift win over bikbep embracing the Englund Gambit (because why not?), mattg713 knows how to finish decisively. Even when faced with crushing losses, he bounces back with aplomb.
In Conclusion
Mattg713 is the kind of player who might not yet have conquered every grandmaster but certainly conquers the hearts of those who appreciate grit, growth, and a healthy dose of chess humor. Whether it's a tactical blunder or a brilliant gut move, every game promises a story — and with mattg713 at the helm, that story is never boring.