Profile of miquigol
Miquigol’s chess journey is one defined by continual evolution and passion for the game. Beginning his recorded competitive play in 2016 with a debut blitz rating of 1033, he quickly immersed himself in the vibrant world of online chess. Over the years, his career has seen ups and downs across various formats, from lightning-fast bullet games to the more measured pace of daily chess and the tactical challenges of rapid play.
In blitz, miquigol showed early promise and determination, achieving solid results in his initial outings. Despite fluctuations over the seasons, his resilience was clear—even when faced with defeats, he never shied away from battle. His daily games have been a particular arena for growth. With his peak daily performances reaching competitive heights around 2019 and 2022, miquigol’s adaptability in longer time controls has allowed him to refine his strategy and positional understanding.
Ever experimental in his choice of openings, miquigol has explored an impressive array of systems. Whether venturing into the Kings Pawn Opening or testing out the Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack in both classical and modern variations, he has demonstrated a taste for the creative and unexpected. His deep dive into various defenses and counterattacks shows a player not content with one-dimensional play, always ready to adjust his approach depending on the situation and his opponent.
Beyond the board, his statistics reveal a player with an eye for improvement. Known for his strong comeback rate—even when the tides seem to be against him—miquigol has the remarkable ability to salvage games after setbacks, a trait that has earned him respect in the community. His calculated endgame play (with an endgame frequency well over 70%) and a tendency to gracefully accept difficult positions (as seen in his early resignation rate) are testaments to his practical understanding of chess dynamics.
Miquigol’s encounters with a diverse cast of opponents, ranging from recurring rivals like “khoco” to one-off encounters with many names on the leaderboard, have shaped a versatile competitive character. His win rates on both white and black hover in the mid-30 percent range, and his tactical awareness—evidenced by an astounding win rate even after material setbacks—cements his reputation as a resilient and resourceful competitor.
In conclusion, miquigol’s chess biography is not merely a collection of numbers, but a story of a player continuously learning, adapting, and fighting with creativity on the board. His journey remains a source of inspiration for enthusiasts who believe that every game, win or loss, is a stepping stone toward mastery.
Hi Miquel – well played!
Where you stand
- Peak Daily rating so far: 1180 (2022-12-11)
- Main openings: 1.e4 (Italian / Vienna ideas) and, as Black, the Pirc-style …d6 or flexible …b6 set-ups.
- Recent form: 5 wins – 5 losses; clearly a fighting style with tactical fireworks.
What’s already working
- Tactical vision. In your win against ourinah you uncorked 11.Nxe5! and marched the passed d-pawn to e7, forcing resignation.
- Initiative & pawn storms. Many wins feature g- and h-pawn pushes that kept your opponent’s pieces tied down.
- End-game persistence. In long R+P endings (e.g. vs khoco) you converted without rushing.
Biggest improvement levers
- Opening fundamentals
Early queen sorties (6.Qb5+ in the loss vs movealreadyking) and waiting moves like 3.a3 break the basic rules. Focus on:- Centre control, minor-piece development, castle, connect rooks.
- Pick one clean repertoire as White (Italian or Vienna) and one response to 1.e4 as Black (Caro-Kann or Pirc) and learn the first 8–10 moves.
- King safety
Every recent loss shows your king caught in the centre or forced into the open. Before any pawn thrust ask: “Does this delay my castling?” and count tempi. - Defensive tactics
You spot your own tricks but sometimes miss incoming forks and back-rank shots (e.g. 34…Rf1#). Make it a habit to ask “What is my opponent threatening?” each move. Ten tactical puzzles a day will pay off fast. - Piece co-ordination
Knights on the rim and inactive rooks appear in several middlegames. After completing development, spend one tempo improving the worst-placed piece—usually a rook to an open file or a knight to d5/f5.
30-day action plan
| Day | Task | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Mon / Wed / Fri | 15 tactical puzzles + annotate one of your own games | 30 min |
| Tue | Study your chosen opening (video or notes) | 20 min |
| Thu | Play one 15 | 10 rapid game, focus on time-management | 25 min |
| Weekend | Replay a master game featuring your opening | 40 min |
Micro-goals to track
- Castle within the first 10 moves in 80 % of your games.
- Finish the game with both rooks connected on the back rank.
- Keep blunders (-3 evaluation or worse) under two per game—verify with post-game analysis.
Keep it fun!
Play thematic mini-matches (e.g. “first to 3 wins with the Caro-Kann”) against friends or the computer. It reinforces patterns quickly while staying enjoyable.
Stay consistent and you’ll crack 1200 in no time. Good luck, Miquel!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| ourinah | 3W / 19L / 0D | View |
| movealreadyking | 2W / 13L / 0D | View |
| khoco | 87W / 369L / 14D | View |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| khoco | 87W / 369L / 14D | View Games |
| chrrecsan | 42W / 25L / 5D | View Games |
| ourinah | 3W / 19L / 0D | View Games |
| movealreadyking | 2W / 13L / 0D | View Games |
| clochette84 | 8W / 5L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 968 | |||
| 2024 | 480 | 354 | 846 | 1004 |
| 2023 | 706 | 516 | 1070 | 1047 |
| 2022 | 586 | 1123 | ||
| 2021 | 705 | 1150 | 1061 | |
| 2020 | 815 | 1087 | ||
| 2019 | 852 | 780 | 1051 | 1033 |
| 2018 | 715 | 935 | ||
| 2017 | 990 | 815 | 907 | |
| 2016 | 1033 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 11W / 18L / 1D | 10W / 18L / 0D | 75.1 |
| 2024 | 9W / 30L / 2D | 5W / 33L / 1D | 82.6 |
| 2023 | 7W / 33L / 5D | 15W / 30L / 1D | 85.2 |
| 2022 | 19W / 22L / 2D | 14W / 27L / 2D | 79.3 |
| 2021 | 34W / 36L / 2D | 26W / 39L / 2D | 75.8 |
| 2020 | 12W / 17L / 1D | 17W / 14L / 1D | 73.0 |
| 2019 | 24W / 38L / 2D | 26W / 37L / 2D | 67.4 |
| 2018 | 13W / 36L / 1D | 12W / 37L / 1D | 75.5 |
| 2017 | 36W / 59L / 4D | 40W / 66L / 3D | 60.2 |
| 2016 | 0W / 1L / 0D | 0W / 0L / 0D | 8.0 |
Openings: Most Played
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Attack | 75 | 27 | 42 | 6 | 36.0% |
| Amar Gambit | 52 | 17 | 33 | 2 | 32.7% |
| Barnes Defense | 46 | 12 | 33 | 1 | 26.1% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 42 | 15 | 24 | 3 | 35.7% |
| Elephant Gambit | 41 | 19 | 21 | 1 | 46.3% |
| Philidor Defense | 41 | 15 | 26 | 0 | 36.6% |
| Czech Defense | 36 | 13 | 21 | 2 | 36.1% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 27 | 4 | 23 | 0 | 14.8% |
| Bishop's Opening | 24 | 12 | 12 | 0 | 50.0% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 24 | 7 | 14 | 3 | 29.2% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scandinavian Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Amazon Attack | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Barnes Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Elephant Gambit | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Philidor Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bishop's Opening: 3.d3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation, Alapin Gambit | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Czech Defense | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Amar Gambit | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Czech Defense | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Amazon Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| French Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Center Game | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Australian Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Barnes Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| French Defense: Exchange Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Amar Gambit | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 16 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 37.5% |
| Amar Gambit | 14 | 6 | 7 | 1 | 42.9% |
| Amazon Attack | 13 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 23.1% |
| Philidor Defense | 11 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 54.5% |
| Elephant Gambit | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 70.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 7 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 42.9% |
| Czech Defense | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 42.9% |
| Barnes Defense | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 57.1% |
| Bishop's Opening | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 60.0% |
| Scotch Game | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 25.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 7 | 0 |
| Losing | 22 | 1 |