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Mitchapalooza96

Playing Since: 2023-08-28 (Active)

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Rapid: 384
155W / 152L / 17D

Meet Mitchapalooza96: The Rapid-Rising Chess Maverick

In the grand theater of online chess, Mitchapalooza96 is a player known for both his sturdy defense and surprising comebacks — earning a comeback rate of over 63%! With a peak rapid rating climbing steadily to 442 in 2025, Mitchapalooza96 proves resilience is their middle name, even if their starting rating was a humble 184 just two years prior.

Opening Moves & Signature Styles

While some players stick with one trusty opening, Mitchapalooza96 likes to keep opponents guessing. Their preferred weapon? The Scandinavian Defense, where they’ve scored wins in over half their 22 games. Other favorites include the classic King's Pawn Opening and the sharp variations of Alekhine's Defense. But beware: against the Scandinavian Defense Closed, the win rate dips, reminding us even digital gladiators have their kryptonite!

A Game of Streaks and Stories

This player once dazzled with an 8-game winning streak — the kind of momentum that makes chess clocks sweat. Yet, like all warriors, Mitchapalooza96 can hit a pause, currently sitting on a neutral streak. Their games are often marathons, with an average of 55 moves per win — a patient mind at play, savoring the battle rather than rushing to the checkmate.

The Psychological Playbook

With a tilt factor of just 7, Mitchapalooza96 rarely lets frustration take over — a zen master in online chaos. Early resignations are kept under 8%, so expect them to fight even in tricky spots. Surprisingly, when they lose a piece, this tactician turns the tables with a 100% win rate afterward — a true comeback artist who thrives in adversity.

Playing Times & Rituals

Afternoons and evenings tend to be auspicious for Mitchapalooza96, boasting win rates north of 60% around 12 PM, 6 PM, and even late at night. Apparently, midnight oil fuels their strategic genius — or maybe it’s just the caffeine!

All in all, whether you're an opponent or a fan, Mitchapalooza96 is a rapidly evolving chess personality with a knack for surprising victories, tactical resilience, and a dash of digital bravado. Watch this space — the chessboard is their stage.


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Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 394
2024 310
2023 297
Rating by Year202320242025394297YearRatingRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 78W / 69L / 5D 69W / 70L / 12D 60.6
2024 1W / 1L / 0D 1W / 1L / 0D 50.2
2023 1W / 3L / 0D 2W / 4L / 0D 49.3

Openings: Most Played

Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Scandinavian Defense 22 12 9 1 54.5%
Kings Pawn Opening 21 10 10 1 47.6%
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 18 9 9 0 50.0%
Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation 16 7 9 0 43.8%
Alekhines Defense 15 5 8 2 33.3%
Pirc Defense 14 4 8 2 28.6%
Queens Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense 12 4 6 2 33.3%
Queens Pawn Opening 10 6 2 2 60.0%
Nimzowitsch Defense 9 5 2 2 55.6%
Scandinavian Defense Closed 8 2 6 0 25.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 8 2
Losing 7 0
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