Adam Dickerson (aka yottaflops)
Meet Adam Dickerson, a chess enthusiast whose rating journey is as thrilling as a rollercoaster — but with more strategic gems and fewer screams. Beginning in 2010 with an earnest Daily rating of 1238, Adam swiftly climbed the ranks to a peak of 2053 by September 2012. That's not just progress; that’s a masterclass in persistence!
Playing under the alias yottaflops, Adam isn't just about numbers. With a fierce win record—58 wins, 36 losses, and 6 draws in Daily games alone—this player knows how to dance across the 64 squares. Whether it’s Daily, Blitz, Bullet, or Rapid formats, Adam’s tactical flair and psychological resilience shine through, boasting an impressive 72.9% comeback rate after setbacks. That’s like losing your queen but still managing to win the party!
Adam’s openings mystery box prominently features “Unknown Opening” and a “Top Secret” favorite, with Win Rates hovering around 54-59% in Daily games. Perhaps keeping opponents guessing is a part of the grand strategy—after all, why reveal your secrets when you can win quietly and dramatically?
His playing style prefers endurance — averaging 58 moves per win and showing remarkable grit in endgames, with over half of games reaching this intense phase. Fun fact: Adam tends to play his best chess in the early evening, hitting a perfect 100% win rate at 17:00 and 19:00 hours. So, if you want to challenge him, best schedule wisely.
Not all battles were victorious, of course. His longest losing streak was a tough 15 games, reminding us that even the best stumble before the final checkmate. But like any great warrior, Adam bounces back with even greater passion.
Memorable Moments
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Most recent victory: A well-fought Daily game vs. Charlie63 in the classic Scotch Game—winning by outmaneuvering his opponent on the clock and on the board.
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Peak Ratings: Daily (2053), Blitz (1354), Bullet (1091), Rapid (1320)—a versatile skill set across all formats.
Adam Dickerson proves that chess is as much about resilience and strategy as it is about numbers. One might say his username, yottaflops, fittingly reflects his computational power on and off the board, calculating moves faster than you can say "checkmate!".
