Reece Knox: The Chessboard Conqueror (or at least a contender!)
Meet Reece Knox, a passionate and persistent chess player whose journey through the 64 squares is as fascinating as it is sprinkled with humorous highs and occasional lows. Known online as reeceknox, this player has battled opponents from all over, making a mark with a mixed bag of tactics, resilience, and occasional blunders — because hey, who hasn’t leaned a little too hard on the resignation button?
Rating Ride Through Time
Reece's chess rating rollercoaster has seen peaks and valleys worthy of a thrilling novel. His all-time highest blitz rating hit a respectable 963 in early 2021, showcasing flashes of quick reflex brilliance. His rapid chess achievements soared even higher, hitting a peak 744 rating in 2025, proving that slower-paced battles suit his style a little better. Bullet chess? Let’s just say Reece's bullet rating didn’t quite catch fire, peaking at 688, but hey, not everyone is a bullet speed demon — sometimes strategy beats speed.
Playing Style & Personality
A balanced tactician, Reece averages over 56 moves per win, indicating a liking for drawn-out battles full of plotting and patience — perfect for those who enjoy the long game. Despite a tendency toward early resignations in about 23% of games, this player frequently shows his grit by making a comeback in nearly 70% of challenging situations. The win rate after losing a piece is north of 41%, proving that Reece doesn’t give up easily—he’s the chessboard’s own Rocky Balboa.
With a slightly better success playing white pieces at 43.5% win rate, compared to 42.5% with black, Reece clearly values the first move advantage but is equally comfortable rallying from behind.
Favorite Openings (And Occasional Experiments)
When it comes to openings, Reece has a mysterious favorite named Top Secret — with 92 blitz games resulting in a decent 43% win rate. For those curious chess geeks, he’s shown solid results with the Accelerated London System (62.5% win rate in blitz) and the Indian Game (33-70% win rates depending on time control). So, whether it’s old school or modern styles, Reece likes to keep his opponents guessing.
Recent Battles and Results
Reece’s recent games reveal a warrior who fights hard and isn't afraid to sacrifice pawns—or sleep. On May 1, 2025, he secured a cheerful victory against scaccoalsovrano in rapid using the subtle Reti Opening, winning by resignation after only 10 moves. However, even champions face setbacks; just 10 days later, Reece was put in checkmate by Magopego, reminding us all that nobody escapes the game’s humbling moments. Both wins and losses have been taken in stride, fueling his growth and sharpening his tactical awareness.
Off the Board
Beyond the rating numbers and opening theory, Reece exhibits a psychological resilience with a tilt factor of 11, indicating occasional frustration but an overall strong mindset. His sweet spot for chess is around midday, especially at 12:00 PM, where his moves seem inspired and his wins are more frequent.
Summary
In the grand game of life and chess, Reece Knox might not yet be a grandmaster, but with his clever tactics, fighting spirit, and a dash of quirky unpredictability, he's definitely worth following. Whether he's executing a brilliant comeback, trying out "Top Secret" openings, or resigning a little early to save dignity (and time), Reece reminds us that chess is as much about learning and enjoying the game as it is about winning.
