Meet Mattia (aka Bitcoinized): The Chess Enthusiast with a Killer Checkmate Touch
Mattia, famously known online as Bitcoinized, is a chess player whose rating journey tells a tale of persistence, growth, and some seriously sharp moves. Starting from humble beginnings with a blitz rating of 315 in late 2022, Mattia has impressively climbed to cross the 1000-mark, reaching a peak blitz rating of 1077 in November 2024. A true all-rounder, Mattia shows versatility across all formats — be it blitz, bullet, rapid, or daily games.
Style and Strategy
With an average game length of about 65 moves when winning and slightly longer at 71 moves in losses, Mattia clearly enjoys a good, strategic tussle rather than quick victories or instant collapse. Endgames? Bring them on! They feature nearly 70% of Mattia’s games — proving our player isn’t just about flashy openings but also those patiently calculated endgame moves.
Tactically gifted, Mattia boasts a stunning 75.82% comeback rate after slipping behind – a champion at turning the tables when the chips are down. Although the psychological tilt factor is a modest 8 (everyone has their moments), the best time to challenge Mattia is definitely not at 4 AM, his statistically optimal playing hour when he's performing at his peak.
Opening Repertoire: A Mix of Secret Weapons & Classics
Mattia’s opening moves are like a spice rack with a dash of surprise. In blitz, the Scandinavian Defense stands out with a stellar win rate of 61.54%, while in rapid games, Mattia shines with the Queens Pawn Opening – Accelerated London System, scoring an impressive 58% wins over 100 games. Despite fancy openings, the Caro Kann Defense remains a favorite, featuring prominently across formats with nuanced variations that keep opponents guessing.
Wins, Losses & Memorable Moments
Accumulating over 1,600 wins in blitz and rapid combined, Mattia’s playing record isn’t just numbers; it’s a story of battles fought and wars won at the 64 squares. The longest winning streak of 14 games shows the streaky brilliance, and the resilience to bounce back from losses is palpable.
Highlight Game: Victory by Checkmate
One of Mattia's recent wins was a classic demonstration of strategic dominance and patience. Taking Black in a heated Scandinavian Defense Closed variation, Bitcoinized maneuvered skillfully through complex middlegame tensions to eventually corner the opponent with a brilliant checkmate (game played May 29, 2025). From the opening d5 thrust to an endgame king hunt, Mattia’s cool and calculated play sealed the deal, proving that slow and steady often wins the race—or at least the game!
Fun Fact
Playing under the username “Bitcoinized,” Mattia might just be as adventurous with investments as with knight forks. Whether crushing pawns or crypto myths, this player’s never afraid to take a chance, but unlike the market, the chessboard remains a more predictable playground!
In summary, Mattia is a chess player to watch — relentless in pursuit, armed with strategic depth, and sprinkled with tactical wizardry. Whether you're looking for an opponent or a friend to marvel at the beauty of a well-executed checkmate, Bitcoinized is your guy!
