Davide Cappai NM

Davide Cappai - National Master and Chess Virtuoso

Meet Davide Cappai, also known in chess circles by the enigmatic username Bestromano. A National Master who has been steadily climbing the ranks with a captivating blend of tactical prowess, resilience, and an uncanny ability to stage comebacks — seriously, Davide wins nearly every time after losing a piece! Some say it’s magic, others call it stubbornness; we just call it impressive.

Playing Style & Strengths

With an early resignation rate as low as 1.12%, Davide refuses to throw in the towel before the game is truly lost. Preferring the long road, their games average around 88 moves whether winning or losing, proving that patience and endurance are their secret weapons. Endgames? That’s Davide’s playground, with a frequency near 90% — if chess were a marathon, Davide would be miles ahead.

Ratings Snapshot

• Blitz peak rating: 2621 in 2022
• Bullet peak rating: 2641 in 2025 (and counting!)
• Rapid peak rating: solid 2209 in 2020

Whether the clock is ticking down fast (Bullet) or there's a bit more time to think (Blitz and Rapid), Davide excels, boasting win rates approaching or exceeding 50% across the board. Oh, and by the way, Davide’s win record isn't just respectable — it’s downright relentless, especially in Bullet chess where the win rate exceeds 55%!

The Opponents Fear

If you’re an opponent of Davide, beware: beating them is like finding a unicorn. Some recent rivals like "novakratko" and "yujiarun18" have met their match, with Davide scoring an undefeated 100% win rate. Others, well, they possibly fled after realizing it’s an uphill battle.

Psychology & Quirks

Davide isn’t just a tactician; they wear their emotions on their sleeve. They have a tilt factor of 6, which means the occasional frustrating blunder can rattle them — but hey, who doesn’t? Interestingly, Davide plays best on Sundays, boasting an astonishing 87.5% win rate, perhaps saving their most magical performances for the weekend chess festivals.

In Summary

Davide Cappai’s chess journey is a compelling story of dedication, skill, and a bit of cheeky defiance against the odds. From lightning-fast Bullet duels to marathon Blitz battles, they’ve proven to be a formidable National Master, not just in rank but in spirit. Keep an eye on Bestromano — the chessboard’s unpredictable maestro who might just outsmart you when you least expect it!