Andoni Vigiola

Andoni Vigiola (aka auparomo) - The Relentless Rapid Racer

Andoni Vigiola, known in the digital chess arenas as auparomo, is a player whose journey on the 64 squares is as colorful as his win-loss record.

Early Days and Rating Rise

Starting his chess adventures way back in 2010, Andoni dipped his toes into the daily chess pool with a modest rating of 1200. Although the early games were all losses (hey, everyone starts somewhere), they set the stage for a true chess comeback story.

Rapid Fire Wizardry

Fast forward to 2025, Andoni found his niche in the rapid format. With over 500 games under his belt this year alone, he has carved out an impressive peak rating of 694. Not too shabby for a player who’s not afraid to rack up a whopping 416 rapid games in just one month!

Andoni boasts a fierce win rate of approximately 50% in rapid, showing that the quicker the clock ticks, the sharper his moves become. Openings like the King’s Pawn Opening - King’s Knight Variation and the Scotch Game are his bread and butter, with a win rate north of 60%—clearly, he knows where to strike.

Blitz and Bullet Battles

When the chess bullets are flying, Andoni sometimes struggles (peak bullet rating sits at 422), but hey, nobody’s perfect! Blitz presents a mixed bag with a peak of 415, and openings like the Caro Kann Defense working out quite well with over 66% wins. Still, it seems blitz is where he’s sharpening his tactical claws.

Playing Style & Psychological Edge

With an average game lasting about 48 moves when winning and a preference for endgames (56.9% frequency), Andoni is the kind of player who grinds down opponents with expertise. He’s not a quitter either; boasting a remarkable comeback rate of nearly 73%, he thrives when the chips are down.

But beware: his tilt factor sits at a mild 6, so don’t expect him to throw the board in frustration. The peak hours for his genius lies around 9-10 pm, the prime time to catch Andoni at his best.

A Record of Resilience

Despite facing tough opponents and some lengthy losing streaks (longest is 6), Andoni has a shining longest winning streak of 10 games that would make even grandmasters nod in respect. His favorite day to play? Saturdays, where his win rate soars close to 58% — a true weekend warrior.

Memorable Battles

One of his recent victories against the formidable wizzy1234567890 showcased Andoni’s cunning, ending in resignation after a crafty queen maneuver in a Van ’t Kruijs Opening. Even in defeats, like those to Fabian08M and eddie_fix, he fights till the very last move, demonstrating a passion for the game that never wanes.

In Conclusion

Though Andoni Vigiola might occasionally stumble, his dedication, extensive game experience, and knack for comebacks make him a player to watch. Whether it’s rapid, blitz, or bullet, he’s always ready to push the limits—and perhaps sneak in an unexpected victory when least expected. So next time you face him online, be prepared: auparomo plays not just to win, but to entertain and endure!