Profile Summary: Matt (Username: mbral0)
Meet Matt, also known by the chess world as mbral0, a rapid chess enthusiast whose journey is nothing short of a rollercoaster ride — replete with impressive victories, a tough few bumps, and some seriously tenacious comebacks!
Rating Drama & Style
Matt prefers the Rapid time control, where his peak rating stands at a respectable 866 (as of December 2023). While his rating has seen a few ups and downs — dipping as low as 304 and climbing back to around 560 in mid-2025 — it’s clear Matt never gives up. With a win-loss record close to even in Rapid (916 wins to 929 losses) and a decent draw count, he embodies a fighter’s spirit.
His blitz and bullet ratings are modest but show flashes of potential and boldness, especially with an unbeaten streak in bullet gaming.
Favorite Openings: The Scotch Gambit & Friends
Matt is a fan of shaking things up right from the start. He loves the Scotch Game, with more than 160 games under his belt, rocking a solid 45% win rate. Other signature moves include the King's Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation and an adventurous dive into the Scandinavian Defense, where he boasts an impressive 63.64% win rate in rapid play.
Playing Style and Quirks
Known for a sharp tactical awareness, Matt’s comeback rate is a daring 59.38% — proving he's not one to go down without a fight. He tends to keep games fairly balanced, with average winning games lasting about 51 moves. Early resignations are rare at just 3.47%, showing his doggedness on the board.
His best chess-playing hour? The mid-afternoon magic between 3 PM and 4 PM, where his win rate can soar up to 64%! (Guess he’s got his afternoon coffee just right.)
Memorable Moments
Matt’s recent wins highlight his solid grasp of the Scotch Game and his deadly precision in endgames. Whether winning by checkmate or time, he maintains a cool head—except when faced with a losing streak of 11 games. Even then, Matt soldiers on, ready to bounce back with his next tactical surprise.
Most Played Opponents & Rivalries
Matt frequently faces emilys408 with a tough yet commendable 55.45% win rate against them. While some opponents have been tougher nuts to crack (looking at you, nic121317 and bobyshmeuda, who have cornered him a few times), Matt always brings his A-game.
Fun Fact
Matt apparently excels in winning when slightly underdogged — boasting nearly 79% wins against lower-rated opponents and struggling considerably more when facing higher-rated foes. Classic underdog story vibes, anyone?