Rachel Southgate - aka "racheless"
Meet Rachel Southgate, a chess player whose journey on the 64 squares is a rollercoaster of epic ups, dramatic downs, and the occasional strategic plot twist. Known online as racheless, Rachel’s chess ratings tell a story of perseverance, adaptation, and just a pinch of chaos.
Starting off with a rapid rating peaking at 1028 in 2020, Rachel has played nearly 400 rapid games since then, with a win rate hovering around 43% – which is basically "chess survival against all odds." Some years, like 2022, show a solid improvement reaching a max rapid of 477, hinting that maybe Rachel has finally figured out the difference between a queen sacrifice and a queen for lunch.
Blitz and bullet? Oh yes, Rachel’s tastes are eclectic. With blitz maxing near 1084 and bullet topping at 1077, you could say Rachel enjoys living dangerously, making lightning-fast decisions with unpredictable results. The bullet win count is currently zero — because sometimes speed comes before accuracy!
Rachel's preferred openings are as colorful as her playstyle. The Queen's Pawn Opening - Chigorin Variation is a true favorite, boasting a solid 55% win rate; apparently, Rachel likes to keep her opponents guessing. Other intriguing choices include the Englund Gambit and the Indian Game Knights Variation, both showing above 50% success. But beware the Alekhine’s Defense, where Rachel's wins stubbornly cling to 22% – a perfect example of "try, try, and maybe next time."
When looking at the tactical savvy that Rachel brings to the board, we find a comeback artist: a 50% comeback rate and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece – truly someone who can turn tragedy into triumph. Rachel plays long games, averaging 44 moves per win, proving that patience is indeed a virtue (or maybe just slow internet connections).
Off the board, Rachel is a study in psychological resilience, with a tilt factor of 9 – that’s just enough frustration to make the victories sweeter and the memes funnier. Rachel’s win rates spike on Thursdays and early mornings, so if you want to challenge her, maybe don’t do it at 5 AM over coffee.
All in all, Rachel Southgate’s chess story is one of determination wrapped in humor, challenging opponents, and a dash of unpredictability. Whether it’s rapid, blitz, or daily games, racheless proves that chess isn’t just about winning — it’s about playing brilliantly enough to keep everyone entertained!
