Dereck Fajardo

Profile: Dereck Fajardo (aka ZinjayDereck09)

Meet Dereck Fajardo, the chess enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares is a rollercoaster of thrilling victories, tough losses, and impressive comebacks that would make even a grandmaster proud. With a username like ZinjayDereck09, Dereck brings a blend of seriousness and a dash of flair to online chess arenas worldwide.

Dereck's peak ratings tell a story: a blitz rating climbing to a respectable 1600 in 2025, a rapid rating that once soared to 1710 back in 2021, and a bullet high score reaching 1405. His daily chess peak is a solid 1604, demonstrating his versatility across all time controls—even if daily chess sometimes feels like fighting gravity!

His playing style reveals a curious combination of patience and resilience. He averages around 66 moves per win and nearly 56 moves per loss, indicating a tendency to fight fiercely through complex middlegames and endgames. With a 44.46% win rate even after losing a piece, Dereck is the comeback kid who makes adversity his playground.

Known for an 8.56% early resignation rate (because sometimes even geniuses know when to fold 'em), Dereck prefers endgames, appearing in nearly 60% of his games, showing off his strategic depth. His longest winning streak hit 10 games—a mini-marathon of mastery—while his longest losing streak stretched to 18, proving that every dark cloud has a silver lining and plenty of lessons.

Memorable Openings

• Top Secret (his main repertoire in Blitz and Rapid)—a mystery even to him sometimes!
• Caro Kann Defense Exchange Variation—where he shines with a 60% win rate.
• Slav Defense Modern Quiet Pin & Kings Indian Defense Semi Classical Variation—both proud 100% win rate openings.
• And a sprinkle of Sicilian Defense Westerinen Attack and Giuoco Piano for good measure.

Psychological Quirks and Timing

Dereck grooves best on the board around 9 AM and shines brightest when the clock hits 9, 18, 19, or even 21 hours—moments when his win rate surpasses 50%. Beware if you challenge him at 6 AM though; his win rate dips to a sleepy 28%. His tilt factor sits at 18%, so he's realistically human, occasionally feeling the heat but bouncing back with core fortitude.

Recent Highlights

In May 2025, Dereck checkmated an opponent with a brilliant finish in the King's Indian Defense Semi-Classical Variation, showcasing his tactical acumen and patience. He's no stranger to slick resignations and timeouts but knows how to keep the blame on the imaginary chess gremlins.

Opponents beware: he has played over 120 games against kowarenai—though his win rate there hovers around 4.17%, he’s always ready to try new strategies! Meanwhile, he crushed mkjoelstad and anadoluyar with a clean 100% score. Clearly, Dereck’s attention to rivalries is fierce, yet good-natured.

Fun Fact

Dereck's handle “ZinjayDereck09” could be mistaken for a secret agent code. Maybe he’s just checking opponents fast enough to look like one. Either way, his love for chess and gritty persistence makes every game an exciting story.

In summary: Dereck is a dedicated player who excels across all time formats, particularly in rapid and blitz. His strategic understanding and fighting spirit make him a formidable challenge, while his willingness to learn from defeats and keep playing underlines the heart of true chess sportsmanship. Play him once—you may win; play him twice—prepare for war!