Profile Summary: speedofsound7
Title: Woman FIDE Master (WFM)
Known in the chess community as speedofsound7, this player moves faster than a speeding bullet—almost as fast as their rapid rating has climbed over the years! Starting from a blitz rating of 1532 back in 2021, speedofsound7 has blitzed their way up to an impressive peak of 2280 in 2024, showcasing relentless improvement and an iron will to win.
But don’t let the rapid ascent fool you: with a rapid rating touching 2267, speedofsound7 isn't just about fast moves—they're also masters of keeping cool in the face of intense board battles.
Playing Style & Achievements
- Has a knack for comebacks with a stunning 87% comeback rate—giving new meaning to 'never say die' on the chessboard.
- Win rate after losing a piece? A clean 100%, proving resilience is their middle name.
- Longest winning streak: 8 consecutive victories, because once on fire, they burn bright.
- Loves deep endgames, with over 70% endgame frequency and an average winning game spanning about 71 moves—patience masters all!
- White pieces bring a slight edge with a 53%+ win rate; Black is formidable too, at 43%.
Battle Stats
Across blitz, speedofsound7 boasts an impressive record of 64 wins out of 107 games with their “Top Secret” opening choice—mysterious and deadly in equal parts. Rapid games tell a tougher story, with only a 14% win rate on “Top Secret,” but that only adds to their unpredictability in faster time controls.
The rival list reads like a who’s who of online chess, with some opponents never seeing a win against speedofsound7 (looking at you, cajun111), while others have enjoyed rare victories in this tactical rollercoaster.
Personality & Quirks
Known for zero early resignations (talk about grit!) and a reasonable tilt factor of 4, they keep their cool most of the time—except maybe when they spill coffee over their keyboard mid-game.
Surprisingly, their best win rates come at odd hours like 2 to 5 AM and at the crack of noon, suggesting they are a chess ninja who strikes hardest when most players are dreaming—or eating lunch.
Fun Fact
If chess was a race, speedofsound7 would be in the lead—but always with a wink and a nod to sportsmanship. A true blitz champ who knows the value of every move and every second on the clock.
Keep an eye on this one; the sound barrier is just the beginning!