Rafael Gupta: The Relentless Chess Warrior
Meet Rafael Gupta, also known in the chess realm as Maxtag13, a player whose games are a rollercoaster of epic wins, near-misses, and the occasional "what just happened?!" moment. Starting from a modest Rapid rating of 870 in 2022, Rafael surged through the ranks, peaking impressively at 1292 in 2023 before settling into a strong and steady performance hovering around 1100 in recent years.
Style & Strategy
Rafael’s approach to chess is a delightful blend of patience, endurance, and the occasional surprise attack. Known for battling fiercely in the endgame (he dives into endgames with a frequency of nearly 70%), he averages a marathon 65 moves per win — so don’t expect this game to be over before your coffee gets cold.
White pieces tend to be his good friend with a win rate just over 50%, while Black looks on with a 47% smile. But perhaps what’s most impressive is his tactical awareness: a staggering 76.58% comeback rate proves that Rafael never throws in the towel — even when the odds are stacked against him (and his 100% win rate after losing a piece might just be a bug in the matrix).
Playing Formats
From Bullet blazes of under a minute moves to more measured Rapid duels, Rafael’s versatility shines:
- Rapid: Nearly 1,000 games played with a slightly above 48% win rate and a longest winning streak of 9.
- Bullet: The adrenaline-fueled arena where Rafael has played over 700 games, holding a steady 48.7% win rate — proving he’s just as comfortable in turbo mode as in slower battles.
- Blitz & Daily: Though less fierce here, Rafael still showcases solid skills, hitting above 850 in Blitz and hitting a neat 64% win rate in his casual Daily games.
Opponent Tango
Rafael’s record against opponents is as colorful as his profile — undefeated against some and hilariously challenged by others. For instance, he’s undefeated against “ethan21danoob” but has yet to crack the code against “bertb22” and “zechariahlvov.” Clearly, some rivalries are still brewing!
Quirks and Trivia
When it comes to timing, Rafael isn’t just a night owl or early bird — his win rates peak strikingly at 17:00 hours with a flawless 100%, and on Mondays he’s slightly luckier, boasting a 51.44% win rate. Just don’t ask him about his 37.59% afternoon slump around 14:00; everyone has their kryptonite!
Oh, and if you’re wondering about tilt — he keeps it pretty cool with a tilt factor of just 12. So, if you manage to ruffle his feathers, expect a swift revenge on the chessboard.
In Summary
Rafael Gupta is the kind of player who embodies the spirit of chess: a blend of grit, strategy, and the never-ending quest to outwit opponents while keeping a sense of humor about the game’s ups and downs. Whether he’s ramping up the pace in Bullet or sinking deep into a slow Daily match, Rafael keeps it competitive, entertaining, and occasionally, downright unpredictable.