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Alba GP

Username: Twitch_albiuus

Playing Since: 2023-07-26 (Inactive)

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Rapid: 1747
141W / 111L / 12D
Blitz: 1411
883W / 852L / 58D

Alba GP - The Tactical Twitch Maestro

Known online as Twitch_albiuus, Alba GP is a chess streamer who blends serious strategy with a dash of streaming flair. Alba's journey through the ranks reveals a player who thrives in the fast-paced, adrenaline-fueled world of Blitz and Rapid chess, with peak ratings soaring to 1539 in Blitz and an impressive 1838 in Rapid. If speed chess were a rollercoaster, Alba would be front-row, hands in the air, laughing through the twists.

Playing Style and Strengths

Alba is no stranger to the grind, playing hundreds of blitz games with a respectable win record, demonstrating resilience by bouncing back with a 77% comeback rate after losing positions. Their games typically last around 60 moves, showing endurance and a love for the endgame where they shine brightest — clocking a solid 63.8% endgame frequency.

Though not afraid to resign early (only ~2.7% early resignation rate), Alba fights fiercely and tactically, boasting solid win rates when playing White (52.7%) and a respectable showing with Black as well (48%).

Opening Repertoire

With a fondness for sharp, dynamic lines, Alba favors the Sicilian Defense in its many variations, notably the Four Knights and French variations, maintaining a winning record in both. The Scotch Game is another weapon in Alba’s arsenal, boasting over 60% win rate in Blitz and nearly 73% in Rapid chess — clearly a comfortable battleground. If openings had a fan club, Alba would be president of the Sicilian/DC fan network.

Streamer Extraordinaire

Alba is as entertaining in the digital crowd as on the 64 squares. Whether streaming intense bullet raids or methodical rapid games, Alba engages a community that appreciates not only sharp moves but sharp wit. And with an average winning streak record climbing as high as 11 games and a tilt factor kept at a modest 16, Alba manages to keep the balance of competition and fun.

Recent Battles: Wins and Lessons

Alba’s most recent victories have come through precise execution leading opponents to resign, including a notable triumph over fiqqywhisky with classic opening creativity and positional pressure. Every loss is treated like a lesson and a setup for the next epic comeback — such is the life of Twitch_albiuus.

Fun Facts

  • Peak Blitz rating hit in January 2024 at 1539 — just shy of grandmaster speed!
  • Favorite time to play? While the world sleeps, Alba’s win rate spikes around 2 AM (best time of day to play!), proving that nocturnal tactics are a secret weapon.
  • Even with thousands of games, Alba’s blacklist for bad moves stays tiny — mistakes may happen, but “early resign” is almost as rare as a harmless blunder.

In summary, Alba GP is a streamer and blitz warrior who embraces the chaos of chess with strategy, humor, and streaming charisma. Watch out opponents — online, the board is Alba’s stage, and every move tells a story worth tuning in for!


🆚 Opponent Insights

Most Played Opponents
Caracolsalado 1W / 4L / 0D
thoukididis 2W / 3L / 0D
tom_maarup 4W / 1L / 0D
Wagner_freitas1983 2W / 2L / 0D
youngtraplord 1W / 3L / 0D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2024 1411
2023 1431 1376 1747
Rating by Year2023202414111376YearRatingBlitz

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2024 103W / 81L / 6D 91W / 94L / 5D 61.1
2023 462W / 391L / 28D 419W / 422L / 31D 64.9

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Sicilian Defense Four Knights Variation 131 74 51 6 56.5%
Scotch Game 125 75 43 7 60.0%
Sicilian Defense French Variation 90 45 41 4 50.0%
Alapin Sicilian Defense 84 33 43 8 39.3%
Sicilian Defense Bowdler Attack 53 28 25 0 52.8%
Scotch Game Classical Potter Variation 42 23 17 2 54.8%
Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation 42 13 26 3 30.9%
Caro Kann Defense Tartakower Variation 34 21 12 1 61.8%
Sicilian Defense Normal Line 31 22 9 0 71.0%
French Defense Knight Variation Two Knights Variation 31 16 14 1 51.6%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Caro Kann Defense Tartakower Variation 1 0 1 0 0.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 11 0
Losing 16 4