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Moto1970

Playing Since: 2023-05-21 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟

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Rapid: 1109
843W / 816L / 41D

Profile Summary: Moto1970

Meet Moto1970, a Rapid chess gladiator with a knack for charming the board and leaving opponents scratching their heads! With a recent peak rating of 1088 achieved in June 2025, Moto1970 proves that steady improvement and tenacity pay off—even if the journey starts in the humble 500s.

Known for a sharp tactical awareness (a comeback rate north of 53%) and an enviable patience (average winning game lasting over 55 moves), Moto1970 is the kind of player who doesn't just rush to checkmate—they savor every twist and turn on the chessboard. Endgame mastery is a calling card, with more than 60% of games reaching that intense finale.

Opening aficionados will appreciate Moto1970’s deadly use of the Italian Game and the Three Knights Opening, boasting a spotless 100% win record in both—because why settle for less? Other openings like the King's Pawn Opening – King's Knight Variation and Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation demonstrate respectable prowess, showing Moto1970's willingness to dance through various chess styles.

Don't be mistaken—Moto1970 isn't just a one-trick pony. While they shine brightest in rapid games around 10 PM (the time where brilliance peaks), their preferred time control is rapid, where they've amassed an impressive 49 wins out of 79 games. This player is a fierce competitor who battles relentlessly, even against higher-rated opponents, where the uphill wins may be rare but never vanish without a fight.

Friends and foes alike know to watch out for this username, especially if they specialize in the Ruy Lopez Berlin Defense or the Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack, where results have been mixed. But be warned: Moto1970 welcomes challenges and is notorious for bouncing back from tough positions with almost a 50% win rate even after losing a piece.

When it comes to chess psychology, our hero has a tilt factor of just 4—not too rattled by setbacks, but enough to stay passionate and unpredictable. And while they sometimes stumble in a few tough battles (current losing streak is 2), the longest winning streak of 12 games tells the tale of a player who can catch fire and scorch the ranks.

Moto1970’s games aren’t just battles of logic—they’re stories of grit, strategy, and sometimes, delightful mischief. After all, whether sealing victory or gracefully handling defeat, this player never resigns early—a testament to their fighting spirit!

Recent Highlight

In a recent swift victory over mahnmmx, Moto1970 executed a beautiful Englund Gambit: after a daring knight grab and queen trade, the opponent resigned at move 6—a brief but brilliant dance of check and counters! Not convinced? Check out the moves yourself:

Fun Fact

Moto1970’s win rate shines brightest on Tuesdays and Sundays—100% win rate on those days! Clearly, weekdays can be rough, but come weekend, their tactical gears engage full throttle.

Quick Stats at a Glance

  • Peak Rapid Rating: 1088 (June 2025)
  • Total Rapid Games Played: 79
  • Overall Rapid Win Rate: 62%
  • Favorite Openings: Italian Game, Three Knights Opening, King's Pawn Opening
  • Longest Winning Streak: 12 games
  • Comebacks after setbacks: Nearly 53% success
  • Early Resignation Rate: 0% (Never gives up!)

🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
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Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 1107

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 73W / 53L / 2D 69W / 61L / 1D 60.4

Openings: Most Played

Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Italian Game 17 10 7 0 58.8%
Philidor Defense 14 7 7 0 50.0%
Ruy Lopez Opening Berlin Defense 11 3 7 1 27.3%
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 10 6 4 0 60.0%
French Defense Knight Variation 9 3 5 1 33.3%
Ruy Lopez Opening Morphy Defense Anderssen Variation 8 8 0 0 100.0%
Three Knights Opening 8 5 3 0 62.5%
Caro Kann Defense 8 5 3 0 62.5%
Ruy Lopez Opening Old Steinitz Defense 8 3 5 0 37.5%
Petrovs Defense 6 2 4 0 33.3%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 12 0
Losing 6 2
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