Profile Summary: Sanjiv Chhabra (sanjivc1976)
Sanjiv Chhabra is a relentless chess adventurer whose journey through the 64 squares is a story of passion, perseverance, and punchy openings. Starting with a rapid rating shy of 700 in mid-2021, Sanjiv's performance blossomed steadily, peaking above 1150 in rapid games by early 2025. Not one to shy away from complexity, he’s tackled thousands of rapid games, clocking more wins than losses with a commendable fighting spirit.
Sanjiv’s playing style is a curious mix: patient in the endgame—he often drags his opponents into long battles (his average winning game lasts over 53 moves, losing ones nearly 68!). He’s not too quick to resign either, giving him an early resignation rate just a tad above 3%, proving he likes to fight 'til the last pawn falls.
His tactical awareness is noteworthy, boasting a comeback rate near 69%. That means when the chips are down, Sanjiv doesn’t just fold; he battles back fiercely. Win rates after losing pieces hover around 41.5%, showing a stubborn refusal to let setbacks spell defeat. Though he sometimes suffers one-sided losses (less than 5%), his tilt factor is impressively low at 10, hinting he keeps his cool better than most when the queen isn’t looking.
When it comes to openings, Sanjiv keeps his secrets close to the vest. His top secret opening is a personal favorite, played in over 3700 rapid games with nearly a 49% win rate—not exactly the CIA, but definitely formidable! He's also dabbed in more eccentric lines like Owen's Defense and the Nimzowitsch-Larsen Attack, managing win rates above 60% in these niches, proving he’s both creative and effective.
Notably, Sanjiv shines during odd hours: his best time to play is midnight, and his win rate soars to 100% at the stroke of midnight (if only every chess ghost was so punctual). His hourly win rates are a rollercoaster, from a solid 75% in the early dawn to a sleepy 30% in certain evening hours—guess caffeine timing is as crucial as the opening theory.
Recent victories tell tales of positional mastery and opportunistic strikes. In one notable game employing the Owens Defense, Sanjiv won by resignation after squeezing his opponent into submission. On the flip side, losses have occasionally come from strategic blunders and unexpected checkmates, but even in defeat, he displays resilience and a readiness to learn.
Off the board, you might find Sanjiv smiling wryly at his fluctuating ratings, or plotting his next brilliant gambit with a mischievous glint. Whether dismantling unsuspecting opponents with quiet precision or engaging in tactical melees, Sanjiv Chhabra remains a chess warrior, forever hungry for progress and the thrill of the game.
