Dominique Duhaupand aka "papydd"
Dominique Duhaupand, often known by the username papydd, is a tenacious chess player who has mastered the art of turning pawns into... well, slightly less bad pawns. Starting with a rapid rating peak of 1148 in April 2020, Dominique has experienced the thrilling rollercoaster ride that is chess ratings, currently hovering around the 500-600 mark. Not one to back down from a challenge, papydd's record shows a love for the dramatic — checkmates abound, and resignations flow both ways.
Known for a 54.25% frequency of endgames and an average of 48 moves per win (because why rush perfection?), Dominique balances patience and passion. His propensity to resign early is surprisingly low at 2.88%, suggesting that he fights until the last rook falls or the caffeine runs out.
Playing Style & Achievements
- Peak Rapid Rating: 1148 (April 2020)
- Peak Blitz Rating: 833 (April 2020)
- Peak Bullet Rating: 329 (August 2023)
- Total Rapid Games: Thousands of battles fought with a near equal number of wins and losses, proving every game is a nail-biter.
- Favorite Opening: The King's Pawn Opening, a classic choice for players who like to open with a smile and strategy.
Memorable Moments
Dominique's recent games tell tales of cunning and sharp tactics. One of the latest victories saw papydd flawlessly executing the Bishops Opening Boi Variation, checkmating his opponent in under 14 moves. If you're wondering about the secret sauce, it's likely a dash of patience, a sprinkle of strategy, and perhaps occasional bouts of divine inspiration.
Personality and Psychology
With a tilt factor of 11, Dominique manages to keep cool under pressure — though no promises when the clock hits 4 AM, his statistically best time to play. This night owl may feel the true power of chess unfolding in the quietest hours, when even the pawns dare to tiptoe.
Fun Facts
- Black pieces win rate: 45.04%. Because Dominique believes in the dark side — and sometimes winning from it.
- Most common termination method of wins: Resignation by opponents, meaning papydd brings enough dread to end games early.
- Persistent streaks include both 11-win and 11-loss runs — talk about embracing the full spectrum of chess emotions!
Whether climbing the ranks or simply enjoying a friendly duel, Dominique "papydd" Duhaupand reminds us all that every move counts — and sometimes it’s the journey, not just the checkmate, that makes chess truly a game for life.