Daniel Gurevich IM

Daniel Gurevich (Wormpaca)

International Master & Chess Enthusiast Extraordinaire

Meet Daniel Gurevich, better known by the chess battlefield alias Wormpaca — a formidable International Master who has turned the 64 squares into their personal playground. With a rapid rating soaring as high as 2806 and a blitz peak of 2730, Daniel isn’t just playing chess; they’re redefining it.

Daniel’s style can be summed up as a mix of sharp tactical prowess and a dash of creative insanity. Known for an 84.99% early resignation rate, it’s as if they instantly know when the position smells fishy — no mercy, no time wasted! Their average game length hovers just under 13 moves, proving that when they strike, it’s swift and precise.

Career Highlights & Stats

• Peak Ratings: Bullet: 2826 (Dec 2020), Blitz: 2730 (Jul 2019), Rapid: 2806 (Sep 2023), Daily: 2417 (Apr 2012)
• Longest Winning Streak: A jaw-dropping 76 consecutive games!
• Current Streak: Riding a 2-game winning streak — momentum is real!
• Psychological Stats: A tilt factor of 23 means Daniel stays cooler than a Siberian winter under pressure.

Opening Arsenal

Though the specific weapons in Daniel’s arsenal remain top secret, they have some preferred openings in blitz to keep opponents on their toes:

• Alekhine's Defense: 83.33% win rate (with 6 games, 5 wins!): Perfect for daring counterattacks.
• Indian Game and Nimzowitsch Defense: Each boasting a solid 75% win rate, showing keen strategic skills.
• Undefined and Four Knights Game Italian Variation openings? 100% wins — apparently, Daniel’s favorite mystery boxes!

Tactical Wizardry & Memorable Moments

Daniel’s come-back rate may be a humble 15%, but winning after losing a piece sits comfortably near 57%. They don’t just survive adversity—they thrive on it!

Among the countless battles, one of the latest showcases Daniel’s flair for the dramatic: a crazyhouse game where Wormpaca danced through a maze of checks and sacrifices, ending with a checkmate delivered with poetic style on August 22, 2024. (If chess were theater, this would be the standing ovation moment.)

Fun Facts

• Time Preference: Peak brain power strikes around 1 PM — proof that lunchtime isn’t just for sandwiches.
• Win Rate by Day: Wednesdays and Thursdays bring the best fortune, with win rates above 59%.
• White vs. Black: Slightly favors White with a 59% success rate, but Black pieces are no match for this master’s wit either.

Daniel Gurevich isn’t just a chess player — they’re a phenomenon, blending calculated strategy with kinetic energy, and a hint of mystery. Whether blitz, bullet, or rapid, Daniel turns every game into an engaging saga. Watch out, chess world, because Wormpaca is on the rise, piece by piece, move by move!