NudgeD1

Player Profile: NudgeD1

Meet NudgeD1, a brave warrior of the chess battlefield whose rating rollercoaster would make even the boldest roller coaster enthusiast dizzy! Peaking at a respectable 614 in Rapid back in January 2025, NudgeD1 quickly found out that maintaining that summit was tough—kind of like holding onto the last slice of pizza at a party.

With a knack for rapid games, this player has walked a path filled with exhilarating victories and humbling defeats, clocking in an overall record of 33 wins, 44 losses, and 4 draws. But every great story needs a little drama, and NudgeD1's longest winning streak of 6 games is nearly overshadowed by an equally impressive 7-game losing streak. Chess: the ultimate test of resilience!

Opening Choices: The Gambit of a Maverick

• King's Pawn Opening: The bread and butter of NudgeD1's strategy, boasting a solid 56.25% win rate across 16 games.
• Queen's Pawn Opening: Holds steady at a balanced 50% win rate, proving that patience can be a virtue on the chessboard.
• Undefined Openings: 3 games, 3 wins. Mystery suits NudgeD1 well.

Battlefield Highlights

NudgeD1's most recent triumphs reflect a smart and tactical mind. Just on March 19, 2025, in a Rapid game against djred3323, they executed a flawless Queen's Pawn Opening, convincing their opponent to throw in the towel after a patient and strategic siege. The endgame was a masterclass in persistence, showcasing a near 52-move saga of intense calculation and nerve.

1. d4 d5 2. e3 e6 3. Bb5+ c6 4. Ba4 Nd7 5. Nc3 Ne7 6. Nf3 g6 7. h4 Bg7 8. g3 O-O 9. e4 b5 
10. Bb3 Qa5 11. Bd2 c5 12. dxc5 Bxc3 13. bxc3 Nxc5 14. a4 Nxe4 15. axb5 Qb6 16. Ne5 Nxd2 
17. Qxd2 Qxb5 18. Ra4 Rb8 19. f4 f6 20. Ng4 Bb7 21. Qe3 d4 22. Qxe6+ Rf7 23. Nh6+ Kg7 
24. Ng4 Bxh1 25. Qxf7+ Kh8 26. Nh6 Rg8 27. Qxg8+ Nxg8 28. Nxg8 Kg7 29. Rxa7+ Kh8 
30. Nxf6 Bd5 31. Bxd5 Qxd5 32. Nxd5 dxc3 33. Nxc3 g5 34. h5 h6 35. f5 g4 36. f6 1-0
    

Playing Style & Psychological Quirks

Don't mistake NudgeD1's current rating for lack of fighting spirit. This player has a 39.39% comeback rate, proving they often rise from the ashes when down a piece. Though the early resignation rate sits at nearly 16%, it's less about quitting and more about strategic life decisions—sometimes you know when the pizza is just gone.

Prefer to play in the evening? You aren't alone. NudgeD1's best time to shine is 9 PM, when the caffeine kicks in and tactical awareness peaks. Games at that hour yield some of the highest win rates – the perfect late-night brain gym workout.

Notable Rivalries

Some opponents have become familiar foes. Against antoniolaktist, the score is level at 50/50. Against djred3323, NudgeD1 has a perfect 100% win record, proving that some matchups just bring out the best (or the worst) in everyone.

Fun Fact

Despite the ups and downs, when facing opponents with lower ratings, NudgeD1 wins a whopping 75.61% of the time. But against higher-rated foes... well, who isn't going to start sweating when the other player is basically a grandmaster?

Summary: NudgeD1 is a fearless rapid chess enthusiast who embraces every victory and learns from every loss. With a taste for King's Pawn openings and an afternoon-to-evening burst of energy, the journey to the top is ongoing — and always entertaining. Expect humor, resilience, and a few surprises on the road ahead!