smkz59

Player Profile: smkz59

Born somewhere between the ranks of 200 and 600 Elo, smkz59 has traversed the turbulent seas of chess battles with a loyal heart and a questionable opening repertoire. With a preferred time control of Rapid, this player’s journey is a rollercoaster of highs and lows rivaled only by a Netflix drama cliffhanger.

Rating & Progress

Smkz59 reached a peak rapid rating of 595 in September 2023, proving that fleeting moments of brilliance are indeed possible. Their blitz and bullet performances, peaking at 514 and 206 respectively, reflect a player who occasionally dashes into the fray with reckless speed and hopes for the best.

Despite occasional setbacks—including some losing streaks as long as 13 games—smkz59 shows a remarkable come back rate of 73.42%, which means if the tides turn against them, expect a serpentine fight back with tactical tricks up the sleeve.

Style of Play

An average match lasts about 48 moves when winning and slightly longer when losing, making each game a test of endurance and wit. Known for resigning early about 9% of the time, smkz59 wisely avoids the misery of crushing defeat—because why suffer needlessly?

With a balanced performance on White and a slightly stronger edge when playing Black (47.43% win rate on Black vs. 46.72% on White), it seems smkz59 relishes the challenge of turning tables—probably enjoys the surprise factor!

Favorite Openings

• Rapid: A fan of the Bishop's Opening Berlin Defense with an impressive 63% win rate and the “Van 't Kruijs Opening” where things get spicy with a 54.55% victory score.
• Blitz: Trusts the tried and true King's Pawn Opening, boasting a 58.33% win rate.
• Daily: Prefers the Petrov's Defense Steinitz Attack Center Attack with uninterrupted success so far.

Anecdote: Latest Showcase

In a dramatic 27-move rapid clash on June 6, 2025, smkz59 delivered a stunning checkmate using the Colle System (D05), reminding everyone that patience and a well-planned plan can slay even the fiercest opponents.
“It’s not just moves, it’s an art—and yes, sometimes an accidental masterpiece!”