rafaelmp_gm: The Chess Adventurer
Meet rafaelmp_gm, a passionate chess player who's been navigating the twists and turns of the 64 squares with a mix of strategy, grit, and a hint of delightful unpredictability. With a rapid rating peaking at an impressive 2165 in November 2024, this player has experienced the exhilarating highs and challenging lows of competitive chess, proving that every loss is just a setup for a spectacular comeback.
From rapid games that stretch into deep endgames averaging nearly 77 moves per win, to bullet bouts where reflexes are king, rafaelmp_gm blends patience and speed like a master chef concocting a gourmet strategy stew. His games reveal a fondness for classic openings like the Scandinavian Defense and the Sicilian Defense, favorites where creativity meets tactical fireworks — and occasional faceplants.
The stats tell a story of a player who doesn't shy from battle, evidenced by a comeback rate of 87.3% — yes, nearly nine out of ten times, rafaelmp_gm can claw back from disadvantage to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. Conversely, the tendency to resign early is surprisingly low at just above 1%, showing a fighting spirit that would make even the most stubborn chess gladiators nod in approval.
Known for grinding out long wins and fiercely contesting every board position, rafaelmp_gm enjoys a somewhat better success rate with White (42.6%) compared to Black (40.8%), but don’t let that fool you; this player is equally dangerous regardless of the color. With an average game length hinting at an endgame maestro (seen in a 72.2% endgame frequency), their style suggests the patience of a saint and the calculation skills of a chess engine—sometimes.
Noteworthy Battles & Quirks
- Peak Blitz Rating: A formidable 2132, proving that when the clock ticks fast, rafaelmp_gm’s brain keeps pace.
- Longest Winning Streak: 11 games, proving that streaks aren’t just for lotteries.
- Time of Day Mastery: Mornings around 10 AM bring out the best — a winning rate above 50% around this hour. Maybe coffee helps, or just the fresh mind!
On the lighter side, if you ever face rafaelmp_gm, be prepared: they have a slight “tilt factor” of 10. Translation? Every now and then, things go sideways, but hey, who doesn’t occasionally throw their knight across the board?
Recent victories have come from crafty play using the Scandinavian Defense’s Boehnke Gambit and a decisive mating net launched against the Caro-Kann Defense — proving that rafaelmp_gm can turn theory into thrilling reality. Losses are just plot twists in this grand chess saga.
Whether you're here to admire a game, get inspired by a relentless spirit, or just chuckle at their near-constant dance between brilliance and blunder, rafaelmp_gm is clearly a player who respects the game's depth and its delightful chaos.
Keep an eye on this one — the adventure continues.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| estructural25 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| desummit806 | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| dinan1501 | 1W / 1L / 0D | |
| 70morfins | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| iimadebudiasa123 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| skhuuuu | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| blunder_mink | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| joke1971 | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| wesleylelinho | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| medzakariaselmi | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Kalyston Prado | 9W / 8L / 2D | |
| centrinom | 2W / 2L / 0D | |
| e28050 | 3W / 0L / 1D | |
| sibtsu123 | 1W / 3L / 0D | |
| tarek-gms | 3W / 1L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1309 | 1751 | ||
| 2024 | 1356 | 1992 | 1945 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 142W / 183L / 26D | 138W / 188L / 26D | 73.8 |
| 2024 | 159W / 176L / 24D | 158W / 173L / 31D | 75.9 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Opening | 821 | 352 | 404 | 65 | 42.9% |
| Top Secret | 196 | 76 | 100 | 20 | 38.8% |
| Sicilian Defense Open | 13 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 38.5% |
| Sicilian Defense Old Sicilian Variation | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Caro Kann Defense Exchange Variation | 11 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 27.3% |
| Sicilian Defense | 11 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 36.4% |
| Sicilian Defense McDonnell Attack | 11 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 9.1% |
| Owens Defense | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 55.6% |
| Sicilian Defense French Variation | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 57.1% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Opening | 46 | 20 | 24 | 2 | 43.5% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Opening | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 40.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 11 | 1 |
| Losing | 10 | 0 |