Maxime Payelle (aka MaxGambinoo)
Meet Maxime Payelle, a chess aficionado who has been quietly climbing the ranks and occasionally delivering surprises on the 64 squares. Known online as MaxGambinoo, Maxime's journey in rapid chess is a tale of perseverance, strategy, and a pinch of luck.
Chess Career Highlights
Maxime's rapid rating soared impressively over the years, reaching an impressive peak of 2003 in May 2025—a milestone that any player would be proud of. His prowess isn't limited to just one format; from blitz battles to bullet duels, Maxime's been sharpening his tactics and endgame skills, showing an average win rate around 50% in all major time controls.
Playing Style
Not one to resign too early, Maxime maintains a 3.7% early resignation rate, meaning he fights to the last pawn drop. With an average of over 66 moves per win, he clearly enjoys the deep, tactical battles rather than quick knockouts. Whether playing as white or black, his win rates hover around 54% and 49% respectively, showing a slight edge with the white pieces.
Known for his psychological resilience, Maxime manages a notable 76.9% comeback rate, proving he's tough to beat once he’s down a piece or two. And if chess were a marathon, he'd be in it for the long haul, with a firm love for those complex endgames—he plays the endgame almost 60% of the time!
Memorable Openings
Maxime’s opening repertoire includes some mystery "Top Secret" moves—his way of keeping opponents guessing. Yet, he shows a fondness for classical and gambit lines like the Budapest Gambit with a solid 75% win rate and a striking 100% success with the Queen’s Gambit Declined Three Knights Barmen Variation in rapid play. In blitz and bullet formats, he also dabbles in aggressive lines that often pay off.
Recent Adventures on the Board
Maxime’s recent games exhibit the flair of a strategic thinker. On June 1st, 2025, playing as white under his nickname MaxGambinoo, he clinched a win on time against lucask94, mastering the Reti Opening with precise execution. Just before that, he won by resignation and even delivered checkmate victories showcasing his sharp tactical vision.
However, every knight faces its occasional bishop. On June 2nd, 2025, Maxime experienced a tough loss by resignation against maxtris_buncitto, a reminder that even the best can stumble but always learn and come back stronger.
Fun Facts & Trivia
- His longest winning streak? A thrilling 23 games, proving once he gets on a roll, he’s unstoppable.
- Be cautious when playing Maxime late at night—even his best time to play is at 5 AM. Somewhere between dawn and the first coffee, the magic happens.
- He's got a quirky habit of winning more games by timeout than you might expect—patience truly is a virtue for Maxime.
- Among his most frequent opponents is "vbrice9," with whom he’s faced 94 intense battles (and counting) online.
In Conclusion
Maxime Payelle is a dedicated chess rival who blends classical strategy with a modern fighting spirit. Whether you face him in a rapid showdown, blitz duel, or bullet scramble, expect a worthy opponent who’s as mentally tough as he is tricky. Keep an eye on MaxGambinoo; this chess player’s journey is just getting interesting!
