Enzo Tripodi NM

Enzo Tripodi: The National Master with a Flair for the Dramatic

Meet Enzo Tripodi, also known in the chess world as cavallo_bianco123. A National Master titled player, Enzo’s journey through the 64 squares has been nothing short of a rollercoaster with more twists than a Sicilian Defense!

Starting from modest blitz ratings just above 900 in 2018 and 2019, Enzo zoomed through the ranking charts, culminating in a crushing blitz peak rating of 2344 reached in May 2025. This proves that perseverance and perhaps a well-timed sacrifice can make miracles happen. In rapid chess, this storming tactician boasts a peak rating of 2192 while his bullet games crackle with quickfire action topping out at a notable 2030.

Enzo’s style? A true strategist who rarely resigns early and loves a good endgame battle, with over 70% of his games stretching to those classic final moves. His average winning games last about 68 moves—proof that patience truly is a virtue for this master. Strategic, methodical, and sometimes surprising, he’s shown a knack to claw back from adverse situations with an impressive 85% comeback success rate. So, don’t count him out just because he’s down a piece — Enzo thrives on comeback stories.

His tactical weapon of choice in blitz matches is intriguingly named the "Top Secret" opening, where he has a winning rate of over 71%! Whether employing the timeless Center Game Accepted or navigating the labyrinthine lines of the Pirc Defense, Enzo never fails to keep the crowd on the edge of their seats.

On any given day, especially Thursday through Monday and notably at midnight (his secret power hour), Enzo can be found unleashing a flurry of calculated moves. With an overall win rate exceeding 60% in both white and black pieces, it’s clear he’s comfortable playing on either side of the board — a true ambidextrous warrior of chess feats.

Recent Battles

Enzo’s latest victories are as poetic as the game itself. On May 28, 2025, in an intense rapid game, he delivered a flawless checkmate using the Berlin-Improved Steinitz Defense, demonstrating impeccable timing and tactical prowess. Whether winning on time or forcing resignation, Enzo keeps the pressure relentless and the suspense high.

Even in defeat, Enzo’s battles are lessons in resilience — learning from losses to sharpen those future winning moves, particularly in tricky openings like the Scotch Game.

In short, Enzo Tripodi is not just a National Master—he’s a dynamic chess storyteller whose pieces don’t just move; they perform a calculated dance. Whether a casual admirer or an aspiring challenger, one thing’s for sure: playing against Enzo means entering an arena where every move counts and surprises lurk around every corner.