MAYANK AGGARWAL

Mayank Aggarwal (aka McDevil00)

Meet Mayank Aggarwal, a chess player who’s been navigating the 64 squares with the tenacity of a warrior... and the occasional flair of a slapstick comedian. With a peak rapid rating of 638 achieved in April 2025 and a bullet peak of 615 just a month later, Mayank proves that speed and strategy aren’t mutually exclusive.

Playing under the cheeky username McDevil00, Mayank has logged an impressive number of games, especially in rapid chess, with 330 matches under his belt. His win-loss-draw record in rapid stands fairly balanced at 112 wins, 122 losses, and 14 draws — testament to a player who’s not afraid to fight tooth and nail, but also knows how to laugh off the occasional setback.

If chess openings were a buffet, Mayank’s plate would be piled high with Scotch Game (80% win rate for the brave!), Center Game Accepted, and Van ’t Kruijs Opening — all approached with an aggressive style that both confuses and delights opponents. The Queens Pawn Opening, especially the Chigorin Variation, however, seems to be his "love-hate" relationship — a humble 22% win rate but he certainly never quits.

Mayank’s stamina is no joke, boasting a longest winning streak of 9 games, though even the best warriors face some longer losing streaks (a tough 7-game skid once!). His psychological resilience shines bright, featuring a comeback rate of nearly 79% and an impressively low one-sided loss rate below 7%. Tilt factor? Just a modest 7 — so don’t expect him to flip the board anytime soon.

Fun fact: his best time to play is the witching hour of 3 AM, when most mortals are asleep, and Mayank is laser-focused — probably fueled by caffeine and midnight snacks. He tends to win most often on Wednesdays and Tuesdays, with a high-energy burst between 13:00 and 15:00 hours as well.

Known for his tactical agility, Mayank can snatch victory even after losing a piece (winning 42% of those tough battles), showing he’s always playing 3 moves ahead — or at least forcing his opponent to question their own sanity.

Recent Highlights

• Scored a thrilling win against menhiru with a careful grind and smart resignation tactics.
• Checkmated wasauskychurita, reminding everyone that even overnight warriors can be ruthless.
• Mastered the Three Knights Opening for a swift victory over mindmoneymove, showcasing tactical precision in rapid time controls.

Whether dropping an opening trap or sneaking a quiet checkmate, Mayank Aggarwal a.k.a. McDevil00 makes every game a rollercoaster. Still climbing, learning, and proving that while chess may be a serious game — there’s always room for a little devilish fun.