Player Profile: רעי יצחק (Username: roiytzchak)
Meet רעי יצחק, a chess enthusiast navigating the rollercoaster world of online chess ratings with a style uniquely their own. While not yet conquering the grandmaster throne, רעי exhibits a persistent spirit that keeps them coming back for more battles on the digital 64 squares.
Rating Highlights & Playing Strength
- Peak Bullet Rating: 170 (September 2024) — lightning-fast decisions with mixed results (win rate about 22%).
- Peak Rapid Rating: 422 (March 2025) — their strongest suit, where tactical awareness shines and the win rate sits around a respectable 50%.
- Peak Blitz Rating: 160 (May 2025) — battling the clock with moderate success and some dazzling victories.
Despite a rocky start in bullet games (32 wins to 111 losses), rapid chess is where רעי truly thrives, boasting nearly as many wins as losses and a playstyle leaning towards calculated tactics rather than reckless gambits.
Playing Style & Psychological Insights
Rעי's style could be described as “never say die,” with a comeback rate of 51.74% — quite impressive! Even after losing a piece, רעי manages to snag a win roughly 1 in 3 times. However, early resignations pepper the journey (~17%), suggesting that sometimes they decide to save time for the next game rather than fight a losing battle.
When playing with the black pieces, רעי fares slightly better than with white, pulling off wins 41.46% of the time and wielding the Sicilian Defense Taimanov variation like a trusted old sword in blitz matches.
Interestingly, best performance hours include 7 AM and prime-time slots around 15:00 to 17:00, marking them as a morning warrior who doesn't mind a daylight duel or evening tussle.
Memorable Recent Victories & Famous Battles
Among the highlights, רעי recently delivered a clean checkmate victory employing the Sicilian Defense Taimanov Variation against "pauline-hyacint," showcasing a knack for precise tactics under pressure. Another notable win was a rapid, stylish resignation victory using the Queen’s Pawn Opening Accelerated London System, confirming רעי’s comfort with versatile opening repertoires.
Fun Facts & Human Touch
Rעי is no stranger to online adversity, enduring a brutal 13-game losing streak at one point — but hey, even Magnus has off days! Their resilience is what truly stands out, paired with an average of about 27 moves per win that tells us these aren’t quick luck-outs but thoughtfully fought contests.
With a win rate jumping dramatically on Fridays (over 61%!), it seems רעי plays best with the weekend spirit kicking in early. Perhaps Friday is the unofficial "chess holiday" around these parts!
Summary
In summary, רעי יצחק aka roiytzchak is a passionate player proving that chess mastery is a marathon, not a sprint. With a penchant for tactical fights, spirited comebacks, and a growing rapid rating that could soon inspire others, רעי embodies the joy of growth through perseverance on the chequered battlefield. Watch out world, this rising star is getting their moves in shape — and maybe next time, victory will be the norm, not the quest!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| asuthers | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| yuvrajsheghal | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| pauline-hyacint | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| ahmedzzzm | 2W / 0L / 0D | |
| alex1112dc | 0W / 2L / 0D | |
| gimepopa | 0W / 2L / 0D | |
| rajendran-s | 0W / 2L / 0D | |
| yedid123432 | 0W / 2L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 110 | 146 | 408 | |
| 2024 | 108 | 103 | 260 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 57W / 66L / 6D | 61W / 62L / 3D | 34.4 |
| 2024 | 54W / 106L / 5D | 58W / 95L / 8D | 27.1 |
Openings: Most Played
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 145 | 32 | 111 | 2 | 22.1% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 281 | 142 | 123 | 16 | 50.5% |
| Italian Game Two Knights Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Giuoco Piano Game Giuoco Pianissimo Italian Four Knights Canal Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 150 | 52 | 94 | 4 | 34.7% |
| Four Knights Game Italian Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Accelerated London System | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense Taimanov Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 7 | 0 |
| Losing | 13 | 1 |