Shubham

Shubham (aka Shub_990): The Rapid Roller

Meet Shubham, the chess enthusiast whose rapid games are a rollercoaster of wins, losses, and everything in-between. With a peak rapid rating of 525 achieved in October 2024, Shubham has shown flashes of brilliance amid bouts of tough battles on the board.

Over hundreds of rapid games, Shubham’s record stands almost evenly matched with 232 wins, 236 losses, and 15 draws. That’s right — a near-perfect balance of chess karma! Sometimes the board smiles kindly, other times it just says “better luck next time.”

Opening Specialist?

Kings Pawn Opening is Shubham’s playground with 126 games played and a respectable 51.59% win rate. Other favorites include the Petrov’s Defense (where he shines brightest at nearly 62% win rate) and the ever-classic French Defense, where Shubham displays steady and calculated play. However, be warned if you see Shubham’s Three Knights Opening—you might catch him on a learning streak with a 40% win rate there!

Playing Style & Psychology

Shubham isn’t afraid to throw in the towel early with an Early Resignation Rate of just under 10%, saving energy for the next battle. His average games run about 40 moves, meaning he prefers the marathon over lightning quick finishes. Interestingly, his best time to play is around 2 AM—apparently, that’s when the chess muse visits.

With a tilt factor of 11, Shubham sometimes lets frustration sneak in, but a comeback rate of 62.5% means he never really gives up. When a piece drops, he fights on with a 41.19% win rate thereafter—a true fighter!

Highlights & Drama

His longest winning streak reached an impressive 6 games, while his longest losing streak taught him humility over 11 games. Nobody’s perfect, but Shubham’s resilience keeps him pressing "New Game" over and over.

Recently, Shubham executed a beautiful checkmate against SKPaveen on May 31, 2025, showcasing his tactical prowess in a Kings Pawn Opening battle. Unfortunately, just the day after, he faced a tough loss via resignation against VijayC88, proving that in chess, every day is a new story.

Casual Streak vs. Rated Pressure

Shubham thrives against lower-rated opponents, boasting a whopping 91.93% win rate, but wrestles a bit more with stronger foes, winning just 9.52% of those challenging showdowns. The black pieces tend to offer slightly less luck than white— no surprises there!

Whether it’s dramatic sacrifices, strategic gambits, or nerve-wracking endgames, Shubham’s journey is all about passion and persistence. Keep an eye on this rapid dynamo—you never know when he’ll break through with the next brilliant game!