About Daz G
Daz G is a dedicated chess enthusiast known for his strong preference for rapid time controls. Over the years, Daz has shown remarkable resilience and a tactical mind capable of thrilling comebacks. With a peak rapid rating of 1462 achieved in January 2021, he continually challenges himself to climb higher.
Playing Style & Strengths
Daz favors steady and strategic play, with an emphasis on endgames, which occur in nearly 70% of his games. He typically wins with games averaging about 79 moves, suggesting patience and endurance at the board. His comeback rate stands impressively at nearly 69%, and he maintains a strong win rate even after losing material.
- Known for an orthodox approach with a low early resignation rate of just under 3%
- Averages first capture around move 6, showing careful development and calculation
- Maintains almost equal success with White and Black, with White winning 49.7% and Black 43.2%
- His best time to strike is around 9 AM — clearly a morning strategist
Favorite Openings
Daz G loves to open with the Amazon Attack, boasting a solid win rate of 52.8% in rapid games. Other notable favorites include the French Defense and Australian Defense, where he keeps a balanced but competitive record. His repertoire is as versatile as a Swiss Army knife:
- Amazon Attack: 721 rapid games, over 50% win rate
- French Defense & Australian Defense: A test of positional patience
- London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation — a sneaky side weapon with over 52% success
- Amar Gambit and Barnes Defense add spice to his games, showing his willingness to explore gambits and sharp lines
Competitive Highlights
- 1475 rapid wins, nearly balanced with 1472 losses, reflecting intense competition and persistence
- Strong daily chess competitor with over 740 wins
- Longest winning streak of 10 games — proving he can catch fire at the right moments
- Has battled many times against players like joesax and arthurleslie, holding winning records against notable rivals
Fun Facts
Daz G’s psychological streaks tell tales:
- Though he has experienced a tough losing streak of 12 games, his tilt factor is only 12, suggesting he keeps his cool better than most after tough losses.
- Daz's win rate spikes sharply on Thursday and Sunday — maybe weekend vibes inspire his best moves?
- He prefers the rapid mode over bullet or blitz — after all, who doesn’t like a little extra time to avoid accidental queen sacrifices!