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Richard Rickard

Username: rricka00

Location: Vancouver BC

Playing Since: 2012-01-01 (Active)

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Daily: 317
1W / 5L / 0D
Rapid: 515
64W / 70L / 8D
Blitz: 509
977W / 1116L / 45D
Bullet: 103
4696W / 5249L / 62D

Chess Profile: rricka00

rricka00 is a seasoned chess competitor whose journey began in 2012. Over the years, their ratings in different time controls – from blitz and bullet to rapid and daily – have reflected both the early experimentation and the eventual refinement of their style. Starting with modest ratings in blitz and rapid formats, rricka00 steadily honed their skills, demonstrating an adaptive approach in fast-paced games as well as in more thoughtful, longer encounters.

Known for a versatile opening repertoire, rricka00 has explored everything from classical lines to modern tactical gambits. Their in‐depth opening performance shows a willingness to experiment and innovate, and while the details of each opening vary considerably, the overall picture is that of a player who is unafraid to dive into diverse strategic setups. This broad array of opening knowledge not only enriches their game but also supports a style that battles with both aggression and steady defense.

In terms of playing style, rricka00 is noted for a measured approach that blends tactical alertness with psychological resilience. With an average winning game lasting just over 38 moves and a loss typically emerging after around 41 moves, they exhibit a balance between patience and decisiveness. A standout statistic is their remarkable 100% win rate even in situations where they are down a piece, demonstrating a confidence in tactical comebacks and resourcefulness on the board.

Their performance extends beyond the board’s 64 squares – time performance analytics reveal consistent win rates throughout the week, with slightly higher success during midweek and key hours in the morning and early evenings. With a white win rate of about 48% compared to 44% as black, rricka00’s play shows a slight edge when setting the tone from the start, while still remaining competitive on the defensive.

Psychological factors also play an important role in rricka00’s game. With a tilt factor of 23 and a relatively low early resignation rate, they manage to maintain composure even in challenging positions. Their comeback rate of 42% and a win rate after losing material further illustrate a determination and adaptability that keep them in contention until the very end.

Overall, rricka00’s chess biography is one of continual growth and adaptation. From the early days of modest ratings to more recent achievements in rapid and blitz formats, this player has built a reputation for a diverse opening repertoire, tactical resilience, and a steady psychological fortitude – qualities that make them a dynamic and evolving force in the chess community.


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Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 166 367 514
2024 120 419 518 317
2023 239 419 580 394
2022 138 294 407 245
2021 220 271 331
2012 515 558 593
Rating by Year201220212022202320242025593120YearRatingBulletBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 168W / 176L / 3D 178W / 170L / 3D 41.3
2024 790W / 832L / 13D 725W / 904L / 13D 39.9
2023 702W / 690L / 9D 640W / 750L / 12D 40.4
2022 748W / 794L / 20D 707W / 847L / 21D 40.6
2021 7W / 13L / 1D 6W / 15L / 2D 61.2
2012 48W / 125L / 1D 44W / 113L / 2D 42.2

Openings: Most Played

Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown Opening 122 55 60 7 45.1%
Top Secret 17 6 11 0 35.3%
Kings Pawn Opening 1 0 0 1 0.0%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown Opening 5985 2783 3161 41 46.5%
Top Secret 1604 734 863 7 45.8%
Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation 64 26 37 1 40.6%
Scandinavian Defense 63 39 23 1 61.9%
Kings Pawn Opening 44 23 21 0 52.3%
Center Game Accepted Normal Variation 20 13 7 0 65.0%
Scandinavian Defense Closed 19 10 9 0 52.6%
Center Game 14 5 9 0 35.7%
Nimzowitsch Defense Kennedy Linksspringer Variation 12 4 8 0 33.3%
Modern Defense with 11 6 5 0 54.5%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown Opening 1998 906 1054 38 45.4%
Top Secret 115 60 52 3 52.2%
Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack Classical Variation 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Scandinavian Defense 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Kings Pawn Opening 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Petrovs Defense Three Knights Game 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown Opening 6 1 5 0 16.7%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 11 1
Losing 23 0
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