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ppsrao

Playing Since: 2024-03-26 (Active)

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Rapid: 490
3115W / 3109L / 198D
Blitz: 193
1W / 3L / 0D
Bullet: 100
4W / 15L / 0D

Profile Summary: ppsrao

Meet ppsrao, a daring adventurer on the checkered battlefield who prefers the rapid pace of the game like a caffeine-fueled chess ninja. Specializing in Rapid time controls, ppsrao enjoys an exhilarating rollercoaster ride through the rating charts, hitting a peak Rapid rating of 598 in March 2024—proof that even pawns can dream big!

Despite a sometimes fluctuating rating and a rollercoaster win to loss ratio, ppsrao’s love for the game shines through a staggering 2255 wins balanced with 2254 losses and 159 draws in Rapid chess alone. Talk about playing on the edge!

Openings are where ppsrao’s personality truly dazzles. Enthralled by the deceptive charm of the Queens Pawn Opening with almost 710 battles fought, boasting a nail-biting win rate of 48.31%, and the spicy intrigue of the Scandinavian Defense variants. If chess moves were flavors, ppsrao would be the chef’s special of gambits and tactical fireworks.

When things get heated, ppsrao loads up on resilience: with a comeback rate of over 80% when facing adversity, proving that giving up is not in the dictionary. Even when a piece is lost, a decent almost 44% win rate after losing material shows that strategic grit is a core strength.

Playing style? Expect a marathon rather than a sprint: average winning games stretch beyond 51 moves, and losses drag on longer, embracing the grind. Also, earlier resignations are rare, a modest 4.62%, signaling fights until the (clock) death.

Despite the rollercoaster, ppsrao’s psychological tilt factor is relatively low at 13%, and oddly prefers the witching hour (around midnight) to pounce on opponents. Whether fueled by moonlight magic or just quiet focus, ppsrao brings some nocturnal spice to the game.

Notable Recent Battles

  • Victory by abandonment over stawkzy, maneuvering through a boiling center and coming out on top with a classy Leonardis Variation flair.
  • Triumphant checkmate against durrani2007 using a sneaky Accelerated London System attack—because who says you can’t mix speed and precision?
  • A stubborn loss to ajnabtar via a sharp Trompowsky Attack—a reminder that every knight lover has their day.

A chess player who treats every game like a mini epic saga, full of ups, downs, dramatic swings, and strategic showdowns. Whether it’s rapid-fire clash or bullet bravery, ppsrao is here for the adrenaline, the thrill, and the eternal quest to checkmate fate itself.

Keep an eye on this rapid dynamo—you might witness some surprising brilliance or a dramatic blunder (or both) at any moment!


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Feedback for ppsrao's Recent Games

Great work on recent games, ppsrao! Your dedication and consistent play stand out. Here are some constructive points to help you improve further:

Strengths:

  • Opening Knowledge: You are comfortable with a variety of openings like the Scandinavian Defense and the Center Game, and you navigate the early stages smoothly, often securing solidity and development.
  • Active Piece Play: You tend to develop your pieces to active squares quickly and coordinate your attacks well, as seen in multiple games where you managed to put pressure effectively on your opponent’s king and key squares.
  • Calculated Aggression: Moves like advancing pawns (for example, f4 and f5 pushes) to gain space and challenge the opponent’s center show good positional understanding and initiative-seeking.

Areas to Improve:

  1. King Safety: In some games, you moved your king early (e.g., 19. Kd1 or 21. Kc1), which can leave it vulnerable. Focus on castling early whenever possible to secure your king’s safety before launching aggressive plans.
  2. Tactical Awareness in Complex Positions: Some losses occurred after tactical oversights, especially in the middlegame (e.g., missed threats leading to checkmate or material loss). Review these games to spot missed tactics and consider detailed tactical training exercises.
  3. Endgame Technique: The transitions towards the endgame could be smoother. Try to improve your endgame knowledge, focusing on fundamental principles like pawn structure, king activation, and simplifying advantages correctly.
  4. Time Management: Your time usage per move generally looks balanced, but occasionally spending too much or too little time on critical moves can be risky. Keep practicing to maintain consistent and effective time control.

Next Steps:

  • Analyze your losses carefully, focusing on moments that turned the game, to understand what could be improved strategically or tactically.
  • Work on opening repertoires that lead to positions you enjoy and understand well, to reduce early-game mistakes.
  • Incorporate regular tactical puzzles and endgame studies into your training regimen to sharpen calculation and finishing skills.
  • Try to castle early in your games to enhance king safety and connect your rooks effectively for the middlegame battle.

Keep up the strong work, ppsrao! Your passion and perseverance are the foundation of improvement. Review, practice, and play with a clear plan, and you will continue climbing the rating ladder.



🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
insabral 1W / 0L / 0D
karthikskumarugmailcom 1W / 0L / 0D
kennardb93 0W / 1L / 0D
william0328777 0W / 1L / 0D
ajfv7 0W / 1L / 0D
caiiia86 1W / 0L / 0D
yusuffgunay 1W / 0L / 0D
martinor2000 0W / 1L / 0D
magnuscarlsenoranz 1W / 0L / 0D
thebheld 1W / 0L / 0D
Most Played Opponents
bhumeshnimje 0W / 6L / 0D
mind-error 2W / 3L / 0D
moazzam-ali 3W / 2L / 0D
shafeiiii 3W / 1L / 1D
soulboyjake 1W / 3L / 0D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 100 193 433
2024 100 205 387
Rating by Year20242025433100YearRatingBulletBlitzRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 866W / 876L / 45D 875W / 877L / 53D 60.1
2024 695W / 669L / 48D 664W / 692L / 51D 59.6

Openings: Most Played

Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Scandinavian Defense 1200 582 581 37 48.5%
Amazon Attack 1003 471 498 34 47.0%
Australian Defense 647 326 301 20 50.4%
Barnes Opening: Walkerling 614 281 317 16 45.8%
Amar Gambit 364 171 176 17 47.0%
Center Game 240 116 111 13 48.3%
Barnes Defense 202 116 76 10 57.4%
Elephant Gambit 164 68 90 6 41.5%
French Defense 155 78 72 5 50.3%
Czech Defense 150 65 82 3 43.3%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Barnes Defense 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Barnes Opening: Walkerling 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Amar Gambit 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Döry Defense 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Scandinavian Defense 7 2 5 0 28.6%
Barnes Opening: Walkerling 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Amar Gambit 2 0 2 0 0.0%
Modern 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Amazon Attack 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Bishop's Opening: 3.d3 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Center Game 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Modern Defense 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Australian Defense 1 0 1 0 0.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 18 2
Losing 13 0