Player Profile: shobbz
Meet shobbz, a relentless chess warrior whose journey through the ranks has been nothing short of a rollercoaster ride. With a Peak Blitz rating of 735 and a fearless approach to the game, shobbz plays with the tenacity of a grandmaster stuck in a casual blitz session.
Starting 2024 with a Rapid rating high of 574, shobbz has battled through wins, losses, and draws – currently holding just under a 50% win rate in Rapid with 101 wins and 108 losses. This player sure knows how to keep things interesting!
While the Bullet ratings tell a tale of daring attempts (peak 231, average around 128), shobbz’s best comfort zone might just be in the slower-paced Daily format, boasting a peak rating of a solid 850 with two flawless recent wins and zero losses – slow and steady really does win the race.
Playing Style & Strengths
- Endgame enthusiast: Engages in endgames nearly 57% of the time, showing great stamina for long battles.
- Comeback king: Impressively, shobbz has a 74% comeback rate after losing material – proving resilience when the going gets tough.
- Opening repertoire: Loves a good Kings Pawn Opening with a steady 50% win rate and enjoys throwing opponents off with quirky lines like the Van ’t Kruijs Opening.
- Early resignation rate: Only about 1.5%, so shobbz fights until the bitter end, rarely giving up early.
Memorable Moments
One of the latest victories was a slick win against vojmiq using the Queens Pawn Opening (Chigorin Variation). In a daring queen chase, shobbz’s Tactical Awareness shone bright, winning by resignation after seizing the initiative—checkmate on nerves, if you will.
Of course, no journey is complete without lessons learned. Recent losses include dramatic time scrambles and wild endgames, reminding shobbz that even the best warriors can lose on time or fall victim to sneaky checkmates. But fear not, the fight never stops here!
Fun Facts
- Peak playing hour? Early morning around 9 AM, when coffee and brilliance collide.
- Best day to play? Wednesday, with a winning rate north of 53%—midweek magic!
- Preferred side? White edges out with a 47% win rate, but shobbz keeps tricks ready for Black too.
So whether shobbz is blitzing through opponents like a chess ninja or logging in daily to deliver crushing endgames, one thing is certain: this player embodies the spirit of perseverance, charm, and perhaps just a touch of tactical chaos. Keep watching the board—shobbz is always plotting the next move.
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