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TheShakyRock GM

Playing Since: 2020-01-29 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟♟♟♟

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Blitz: 2814
1638W / 1305L / 303D
Bullet: 2550
32W / 13L / 2D

About TheShakyRock, Grandmaster Extraordinaire

Meet TheShakyRock, a chess Grandmaster whose name suggests an unsteady foundation, yet whose play is as solid as a fortress. Awarded the prestigious Grandmaster title by FIDE, TheShakyRock has carved an impressive path through the blitz battlefield, consistently pushing ratings close to and beyond the coveted 2800 mark.

Born to befuddle opponents and confound expectations, TheShakyRock’s blitz peak rating soared to an astonishing 2884 in April 2025, proving that even a shaky rock can cause seismic tremors in the chess world. Over thousands of blitz games, this player boasts a win rate that hovers just above 51%, a testament to resilience and tactical prowess, with a particularly frightening knack for the Italian Game Two Knights Modern Bishops Opening, where TheShakyRock enjoys a perfect 100% win record.

The bullet arena, while less frequented, is no less impressive: a peak rating of 2609 and a win rate north of 67% reveal quick reflexes perfectly matched to lightning-fast decisions. Whether blitz or bullet, TheShakyRock’s style is characterized by patience and endurance—an average of over 80 moves to victory is not uncommon, showcasing a master of the long game and endgame finesse, with an extraordinary 85.86% frequency of reaching complex endgames.

Let’s talk comebacks: with an almost 89% comeback rate, TheShakyRock rarely bows out quietly. Even after losing a piece, they bounce back nearly half the time to claim a win — clearly not one to crumble under pressure. Psychological stats suggest a tilt factor of 8, meaning even if the mighty TheShakyRock feels a twinge of frustration, it’s rarely enough to shake the throne.

TheShakyRock’s opponents should watch their clocks too—the winning strategy almost always involves clawing back time advantage or exploiting the opponent’s ticking nerves. The latest victories have come via classic time wins and meticulous endgame technique, blending patience with tactical sharpness.

Outside the board, TheShakyRock might sound like a weather forecast—“partly shaky with bursts of thunderous brilliance.” Inside the board, it’s a storm of calculated risk-taking and resilience. Whether grinding through a tough position or unleashing a swift opening surprise, this GM keeps fans and foes alike guessing.

In short, TheShakyRock isn’t just a player; they’re a paradox—a rock that shakes, a storm in stillness, a grandmaster who proves that sometimes, the shakiest foundation can build the most unshakable legacy.

Ready for the next encounter? Better brace yourself — TheShakyRock is shuffling the deck for another dazzling showdown.

Fun fact: The best time of day to challenge TheShakyRock is apparently 8 AM – seemingly when this Grandmaster’s gears really start turning!


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General Performance Overview

TheShakyRock’s recent blitz games show steady and consistent improvement with a positive rating trend over one, three, six, and twelve months. The 6-month rating change of +165 points is especially impressive, indicating strong growth in overall skill.

The strength adjusted win rate of approximately 50.3% reflects well on your ability to compete evenly against opponents of various strengths in blitz format. The +7 rating change in the last month and positive trend slopes show ongoing progress.

Highlights from Recent Wins

  • Effective use of central control and tactical pressure in openings like the Sicilian Defense Four Knights Variation and Caro-Kann Defense Exchange Variation.
  • Strong attacking play leading to decisive material gains and checkmates.
  • Good time management throughout most games, avoiding time trouble in critical moments.
  • Excellent handling of complex middlegame structures, demonstrating both positional and tactical skills.

Example: In one win you skillfully exploited weaknesses around your opponent's king with coordinated queen and rook maneuvers.

Areas for Improvement Based on Losses

  • Some losses stemmed from defensive inaccuracies leading to checkmates—focus on king safety and defensive resourcefulness.
  • In certain games, allowing opponent activity in the center or on key squares cost you material or initiative—try to anticipate opponent threats more proactively.
  • In two games, critical late middlegame errors accelerated defeat; slower, more deliberate calculation could help avoid these.
  • Consider reviewing Ruy Lopez Berlin Defense and French Defense Advance Variation games where you lost—as these appear in your recent losses and could be targeted for improvement.

Strategic Recommendations

  • Continue leveraging strengths in opening preparation, as your familiarity with standard lines like the Sicilian Variations and Reti Opening serves you well.
  • Work on tactics training focused on defensive tactics and counterattacks to solidify your resilience in positions under pressure.
  • Analyze your games focusing on moments where you lost time or made inaccuracies to improve practical time management under blitz conditions.
  • Practice visualization exercises to deepen you ability to foresee opponent threats and plan prophylactic moves in advance.

Closing Thoughts

TheShakyRock is on a very positive trajectory, particularly over the medium to long term. With focused work on defense and time management, you can convert more games into wins and continue your rating climb. Keep studying your losses carefully, and play with the same confidence reflected in your many recent wins.



🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
free_loaderr 1W / 0L / 0D View
giorbinky 0W / 1L / 0D View
69360420obama 1W / 0L / 0D View
silvermiracle 1W / 0L / 0D View
rafaelsharon 0W / 1L / 0D View
123king456 0W / 2L / 0D View
Dmitry MIschuk 1W / 1L / 0D View
vonspiegel 1W / 0L / 0D View
shemka2006 1W / 1L / 1D View
BSWPaulsen 8W / 5L / 4D View
Most Played Opponents
Zdenko Kozul 19W / 11L / 5D View Games
Alexander Rustemov 6W / 21L / 5D View Games
Vjacheslav Weetik 10W / 13L / 3D View Games
gullinburste 6W / 13L / 5D View Games
Andreas Kelires 13W / 5L / 0D View Games

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2550 2779
2024 2710
2023 2768
2022 2540 2764
2021 2582 2722
2020 2374 2709
Rating by Year20202021202220232024202527792374YearRatingBulletBlitz

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 245W / 183L / 40D 212W / 207L / 41D 85.9
2024 113W / 82L / 17D 96W / 95L / 22D 88.7
2023 79W / 56L / 12D 74W / 68L / 15D 85.9
2022 64W / 55L / 24D 78W / 52L / 13D 92.6
2021 151W / 124L / 31D 149W / 130L / 29D 85.4
2020 228W / 105L / 28D 165W / 151L / 34D 85.3

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Four Knights Game 154 79 56 19 51.3%
Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Berlin Wall 99 45 40 14 45.5%
Blackburne Shilling Gambit 96 51 39 6 53.1%
Caro-Kann Defense 91 60 26 5 65.9%
English Opening: Agincourt Defense 91 46 37 8 50.5%
Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation 85 42 35 8 49.4%
Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense 82 37 37 8 45.1%
Italian Game: Two Knights Defense 76 35 31 10 46.0%
Sicilian Defense 74 39 28 7 52.7%
French Defense: Advance Variation 68 31 32 5 45.6%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 5 4 1 0 80.0%
Australian Defense 4 3 1 0 75.0%
Czech Defense 3 1 2 0 33.3%
East Indian Defense 3 1 1 1 33.3%
French Defense 3 2 1 0 66.7%
Philidor Defense 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Amazon Attack 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Benoni Defense: Benoni Gambit Accepted 2 1 0 1 50.0%
Sicilian Defense: Closed 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Caro-Kann Defense 2 1 1 0 50.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 13 1
Losing 11 0
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