Meet samuel10martin, a fearless chess enthusiast navigating the rollercoaster world of rapid, blitz, and bullet chess with a passion that's just as unpredictable as his rating!
Rating & Style
Holding a peak rapid rating of 985, achieved in November 2024, and dabbling in blitz and bullet with ratings up to 406 and 297 respectively, samuel10martin is a player who loves the thrill more than the trophy shelf. His journey is marked by fierce battles, exhilarating comebacks (a whopping 70.86% comeback rate!), and a stubborn refusal to quit early, despite an 11.35% rate of early resignations whispering tales of intense matches that sometimes slip out of reach.
Opening Repertoire
Sam’s favorite battlefield? The Rapid arena, where he wields the Queen's Pawn Opening with almost 50% success, showing a clear preference to stand firm and fight from the very first move. Other notable weaponry includes the Englund Gambit (50% win rate) and the cheeky Alekhine's Defense where he scores an impressive 66.67% victories. Some openings, like the King's Pawn Opening, maybe don’t love him back quite as much, but hey, every knight has its day!
Battle Records & Opponents
With over 131 wins and 157 losses in rapid games alone, samuel10martin keeps a busy schedule. His most ferocious streaks include a 6-game winning streak balanced by a humbling 7-game losing streak – proving that every champion has their highs and lows. Against opponents like sandysmel and nnnaoii, his win rate shines at a perfect 100%, making them either honorary best friends or his favorite punching bags.
Time & Tactical Trends
Like a true strategist, samuel10martin prefers the 14:00 hour for his best moves (70% win rate!), with Saturday evenings also giving him that special magic touch (46.75% win). His games are thoughtful affairs averaging about 52 moves to win, showing he’s in it for the long game, not just quick traps.
Recent Glories & Defeats
His most recent win was a delightful checkmate in the Bishops Opening, where crafty queen maneuvers and a daring knight leap left the opponent gasping. Of course, not every day is a fairy tale – just before that, samuel10martin experienced a dramatic loss by checkmate to a-luigi09, a reminder that in chess as in life, humility keeps the mind sharp.
In Summary
Whether he's dazzling opponents with the Englund Gambit or scratching his head post-match wondering where those extra moves went, samuel10martin is a charming mix of determination, occasional blunders, and true love for the 64 squares. If you catch him online, be ready for some thrills, spills, unexpected checkmates, and maybe—just maybe—an inspiring comeback.
