Jude Shearsby FM

About Jude Shearsby

Jude Shearsby is a titled chess player who has earned the FIDE Master title from FIDE. Known for a fearless Blitz spirit, they blend sharp tactics with stubborn defense when the clock starts to scream. Jude’s journey is a testament to steady study, late-night online battles, and a willingness to embrace chaos on the board for a good, dramatic finish.

Career Highlights

Across Blitz, Bullet, and Rapid play, Jude has built a reputation as a versatile fighter with a knack for surviving the most chaotic minutes. Their peak Blitz rating reached 2671 on 2024-12-17, a moment that showcased precision amid a flurry of moves. In Bullet, the sparkle was even brighter, with a peak around 3034 on 2025-06-05. A long-running streak of triumphs is part of the lore, including a longest winning streak of 54 games and a celebrated habit of turning tight squeezes into winning endings.

Opening repertoire

Jude thrives in dynamic positions where evaluation swings with every tempo. In Blitz, a well-worn set of choices keeps opponents guessing:

• Amazon Attack: 575 games, 320W‑224L‑31D (WinRate 55.65%)
• Caro-Kann Defense: 180 games, 102W‑68L‑10D (WinRate 56.67%)
• Sicilian Defense: 178 games, 100W‑67L‑11D (WinRate 56.18%)
• Unknown Opening*: a surprisingly frequent toolkit in practice with a strong showing (WinRate 76.33%)

*Unknown Opening* reflects Jude’s willingness to explore offbeat paths and keep opponents on their toes.

Playing style and approach

Jude’s style blends tactical skirmishes with practical endgames. They excel in endgame frequency—often steering complex middlegames toward resilient finishes. In Blitz, they prize speed and accuracy in equal measure, turning clock pressure into an asset rather than a hindrance. A habit of clutch performances under time pressure has earned Jude a reputation for staying cool when the heat rises.

Time controls and training mindset

Preferred time control is Blitz, where Jude’s fearless, fast-thinking approach shines. The daily regimen combines practical play with targeted study of openings and endgames, a combination that supports growth across all fast time controls. When not playing, Jude often revisits critical moments from past games to refine patterns and avoid repeat mistakes.

Further notes

Jude’s career is marked by a blend of tradition and experimentation, a trait that keeps the chess community watching closely. Their ongoing pursuit of improvement is as evident in opening experimentation as it is in endgame technique, and their humorous, down-to-earth perspective keeps the game enjoyable for teammates and spectators alike.

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