Juan Luis Ramiro - International Master
Known in the chess universe by his username Cherone, Juan Luis Ramiro proudly holds the title of International Master, a prestigious rank granted by FIDE that puts him among the chess elite. While he may not yet have the world champion crown, his blitz skills have turned him into a formidable opponent who’s not to be underestimated.
Rating & Performance
Juan Luis’s blitz rating has danced around the 2500+ mark, hitting a peak at an impressive 2678 in early 2025. His journey through the lightning-fast world of blitz chess reflects both resilience and a love for the rapid-fire thought process — battling through thousands of games and emerging victorious over 6,000 times!
Playing Style
With an average of over 80 moves per win, Juan Luis prefers battles that are marathons rather than sprints, showcasing tremendous endurance and endgame prowess. Clocking a remarkable 88.66% comeback rate, he has a knack for turning the tables when the odds are against him. His psychological tilt factor hovers at a mild 12, proving he’s pretty good at keeping calm when the heat is on — except maybe at 4 AM, his declared prime hour for chess genius to strike!
Opening Mastery & Tactical Insight
Known for their highly secretive opening repertoire, Juan Luis lets few enemies in on their favorite lines. When they do, opponents find out quickly that the Sicilian Defense French Variation, Indian Game, and the classic French Defense Exchange Variation are some of his unbeatable weapons, boasting an undefeated record in these openings during blitz games.
Also noteworthy is the International Master’s balanced approach: a 52.17% win rate with White and a solid 46.4% with Black — proving they know how to assert control no matter the side.
The Tale of Triumphs & Trials
With a career blitz record of over 6,400 wins, 5,400 losses, and nearly 1,200 draws, Juan Luis Ramiro has demonstrated consistency and tenacity. His longest winning streak is a dazzling 16 games, but fear not, the longest losing streak (12 games) hasn’t dulled his fighting spirit — currently on a winning streak of 3!
Grandmaster-Level Battles
Recent notable victories include stellar wins over players like KarstenHansch and wjeun, where his positional play and endgame technique forced timely resignations. His losses, such as against elle-al-harab, reveal games fought to the bitter end, showcasing his patience even in the face of defeat.
Fun Fact
Juan Luis’s best time of day is indeed 4 AM — either the sign of a nocturnal genius or someone who thinks the chessboard looks better bathed in moonlight. Either way, when the rest of the world sleeps, Juan Luis’s brain is hard at work outsmarting opponents.
In summary, whether it's through a carefully crafted trap, a clever comeback, or an exhausting endgame, Juan Luis Ramiro, aka Cherone, continues to carve out his niche in the chess world — one lightning-fast blitz game at a time.