Jorge Granados - aka BjornOldNorse
Meet Jorge Granados, a chess enthusiast whose journey on the sixty-four squares is as colorful as his username suggests—BjornOldNorse. While not exactly storming chessboards as a grandmaster, Jorge’s steady climb through the ranks shows a formidable dedication to the game and a tactical mind that never backs down.
Rapid Fire: The Battleground
Jorge's preferred arena is Rapid chess, where his rating has impressively surged from a humble 730 in 2021 to a soaring 1258 by late 2024. This steady improvement is a testament to countless hours spent tweaking openings, dodging blunders, and turning the tide with epic comebacks—his comeback rate clocks in at a jaw-dropping 84.28%.
Playing Style & Psychological Edge
Known for a conservative yet endgame-savvy style, Jorge averages about 64 moves per win, showing both patience and persistence. He’s not one to give up easily, resonated by a modest 2% early resignation rate and a tilt factor of just 12, making him resilient under pressure. His best time to decimate opponents? Bright and early at 8 AM – apparently, the Norse spirit does its best work with morning coffee in hand.
Opening Repertoire: A Mix of Mystery and Tradition
With over 14,000 Rapid games featuring “Unknown Openings,” Jorge keeps his adversaries guessing—sometimes even himself. When he does reveal his hand, he prefers the Scandinavian Defense, boasting a solid 59% win rate, and the Blackmar Gambit with an impressive 73% success. His preference for these openings says he's a fighter who likes a bit of spice and surprise.
Recent Battles: Tales from the Frontline
Jorge’s latest victories are no accident. Whether outmaneuvering 'stormtrooper2222' in a tense battle of wits or resignations submitted by his opponents in key positions, his strategic play shines. Even his losses provide learning soil, showing a commitment to improvement rather than discouragement.
One recent win highlights his strategic patience where the game swung on a decisive queen sacrifice and methodical endgame maneuvers.
Stats & Highlights
- Total Rapid Wins: 8164 | Losses: 8109 | Draws: 809 – a balanced warrior!
- Peak Rapid Rating: 1333 (September 2024)
- Average win rate when rated lower than opponent: 71.38%
- Black pieces win rate: 46.27%
- Long winning streak: 15 games – long enough to make a dragon proud.
Fun Facts
Despite a fierce competitive edge, Jorge's game time reveals unexpected quirks. At 8 AM, his win rate spikes—while strangely dipping at 7 AM. Maybe he’s just not a morning person until fully caffeinated. Also, his games often end peacefully via resignation—victory with dignity rather than messy checkmates.
Jorge Granados may not yet be unseating Kasparov, but with his quirky username, relentless spirit, and strategic chops, he’s certainly a force on the virtual chess battlefield—BjornOldNorse indeed has some Viking blood in his strategic veins!
