Alba Munoz (Albita10)
Meet Alba Munoz, aka Albita10 in the chess world – a dedicated Woman Candidate Master with a fierce passion for the 64 squares. Alba has journeyed through the ranks with a persistent spirit, proudly claiming the title from FIDE and battling opponents from all over with determination and grace. Though the rating numbers don’t always tell the whole story, Alba's peak blitz rating soared to an impressive 1843 in late 2019, proving speed and sharp tactics are her gaming bread and butter, while her rapid play peaked near 1387 in 2021.
While the record shows more takes and losses than celebrations, Alba’s resilience stands out: a comeback rate of over 70% and an average game length of nearly 70 moves when victorious speak of a player who never bows out without a fight. Alba’s style is something chess enthusiasts might call 'endgame obsessed', spending over 70% of games in the thrilling finales where true champions are made. White pieces bring a bit more sparkle too, with a 30% win rate – perhaps it’s the lucky color or just the extra pep in her step.
The chessboard isn’t all serious business though. Alba has a tilt factor of 4 (not too shabby) and seems to prefer fighting battles around 4 PM, when the caffeine kicks in and the mind is sharpest. And let's not forget her 'top secret' opening repertoire that includes some surprises — with a modest win rate around 25%, but hey, variety keeps opponents on their toes!
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Her most memorable recent victory? A classy win against "Marybarnor" in August 2021, sealing the deal with a resignation after a strategic Philidor Defense dance. Check it out here!
Challenging opponents like “lac-03” and “fadres” have kept Alba on her toes, with win rates wrestling between 18% and 32% against them. Undeterred by setbacks, Alba keeps bouncing back – a true chess warrior committed to learning and growing every move.
Whether racing in blitz or strategizing in rapid, Alba Munoz reminds us all that chess is not just about winning – it’s about the adventure, the laughs, and the occasional checkmate against all odds.
