Sigappi Kannappan - Woman FIDE Master (WFM)
Meet Sigappi Kannappan, also known in the chess realms as sigappi30, a chess virtuoso who proudly carries the title of Woman FIDE Master bestowed by FIDE. Far from your average player, Sigappi has a knack for blitz and rapid chess that's as fast and sharp as a knight's fork — and just as painful for opponents.
Playing Highlights
- Peak Ratings:
- Blitz: 1575 (May 2020) - Moves quick enough to make you blink twice.
- Bullet: 1569 (Feb 2018) - Lightning-fast reflexes, try to keep up!
- Rapid: 1572 (May 2018) - Not just speed, but style with classical grace.
- Winning Records: Over 70 wins in blitz and bullet combined; proving consistency isn’t just a myth.
- Longest Winning Streak: A jaw-dropping 6 games—that’s some serious momentum.
- Comeback Queen/King: With a remarkable 70.83% comeback rate after setbacks, Sigappi turns lost causes into epic victories.
Style & Psychology
Sigappi's games usually last around 60 moves on wins, indicating a patient and strategic approach—they don’t just blitz through, they think deeply before delivering the knockout punch. With an endgame frequency of nearly 59%, the middle game shivers in fear when the endgame clock starts ticking.
A small tilt factor of 4 hints that Sigappi keeps calm under fire—until it's time for a joyous celebration. Also, best time to play is apparently at 3 AM—either a chess prodigy or a night owl plotting their next checkmate in the dark.
Memorable Battles
One cannot forget Sigappi’s recent dazzling win with the white pieces against SandeepOxford, sealed by a graceful resignation (because who wants to stick around for the checkmate delivery?). The final moments saw pawns queening like royalty and bishops slicing through defenses like hot knives through butter.
(Link to that masterpiece on Chess.com: Game Replay)
Opening Secrets
When it comes to openings, Sigappi treats them as top secret strategies, with a win-rate of 54% in blitz and an impressive 66% in rapid. Whether it’s a bold gambit or a classical defense, opponents are often left wondering, "Did I just get outplayed or was that some kind of wizardry?"
Opponent Stats
Favorite foes include iskala (75% win rate) and a slew of others currently wondering how to crack Sigappi's code. But Sigappi isn’t just a relentless hunter, they've also learned from losses, with quick recoveries showing that the battlefield is just another chapter in their grand chess saga.
Fun Facts
- Wins more often on Fridays - clearly, a weekend warrior in their element!
- Psychological trick: loses more to higher-rated opponents but thrives against lower-rated, making every underdog encounter a must-watch drama.
- Has a modest 10% early resignation rate—because why waste time when you already see the inevitable checkmate coming?
Sigappi Kannappan’s chess journey is a thrilling blend of tactical brilliance, resilience, and a sprinkle of midnight madness. A true master of both checkmate and charm.