Pascal Kehr

Profile: Pascal Kehr (pascalkehr)

Meet Pascal Kehr, a chess enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares is as fascinating as a well-executed Gambit! Starting with modest daily ratings around 400 in early 2021, Pascal has steadily climbed the ranks, peaking impressively with a rapid rating of 1261 in August 2023 and a blitz rating just shy of 1050. Not a shabby feat for someone who’s never afraid to experiment with openings like the Kings Pawn or the elusive Four Knights Game!

Playing Style & Strengths

Pascal combines a tactical flair with a knack for long endgames, boasting an endgame frequency north of 60%. Known for resilience, this player sports a comeback rate of over 84%, meaning even after losing a piece, hope is far from lost — Pascal will make you work for every point. With an average game length of about 60 moves, every win feels like a mini-epic saga.

Win/Loss Record & Rivalries

With 488 rapid wins and over 700 blitz wins under the belt, Pascal’s game reveals a balanced mix of patience and speed. Among rivals, Pascal has a particularly sweet spot for opponents like "starmmerlengo" with an 87.5% win rate and many other players who just can’t figure out the secret sauce. However, watch out — even the best suffer losses, and the longest losing streak reminded Pascal that sometimes, the Queen isn’t enough.

Signature Openings & Moves

Pascal’s repertoire is a delightful tour through classical chess territory: frequent use of the Kings Pawn and Four Knights Game Italian variations, and a surprising comfort in the sneaky Bishops Opening Berlin Defense. Their games often end with victories by resignation or ruthless checkmate within brisk time controls — a testament to both strategic depth and tactical precision.

Memorable Moments

In a recent masterstroke on May 25th, 2025, Pascal dazzled with a swift checkmate against "drpeterfromb," sealing the game with a bishop and queen combination that left spectators cheering (in their minds). Just days before, a strategic resignation from an opponent confirmed Pascal’s commanding presence on the board.

Quirks & Fun Facts

Besides chess, Pascal seems to favor playing in the wee hours—5 AM is reportedly the golden hour for peak performance. A tilt factor of 9 shows that while Pascal has nerves of steel, that occasional facepalm moment after a blunder is all part of the grand chess comedy.

All hail the journey from humble 400s to a crafty grandmaster in the making — Pascal Kehr keeps proving that perseverance, practice, and a little chess magic go a long way.