David Pons Carreras: FIDE Master and Blitz Virtuoso
Meet David Pons Carreras, known in the online chess universe as ciutadella, a FIDE Master whose talent has been shining brightly on the 64 squares. With a title that demands respect and a blitz rating that can strike fear into the hearts of any opponent, David’s journey is as fascinating as his tactical shots.
Starting modestly with a blitz rating of around 1362 in 2014, David bulldozed his way through the ranks with impressive consistency, reaching a peak blitz rating of 2619 in June 2024. Not one to shy away from speed, his bullet rating peaked at 1550, where he maintained a flawless record proudly boasting a 100% win rate in those frantic mini-matches.
With over 1000 blitz games played under the enigmatic Top Secret opening (okay, maybe not so secret), David sports a near 49% win rate—battle-hardened and always ready for the showdown. His style is a blend of deep endgame expertise (85% of the time), with an average win length clocking in around 79 moves—because, why rush perfection?
Psychological resilience? David’s got that covered. His comeback rate sits at a staggering 88.75%, proving he's the kind of player who refuses to say die, even after losing a piece. And if you think you can beat him when the pressure's on, think again—his skill at clutch moments shines brightest around 2 PM, when his win rate hits a dazzling 100%.
Opponents beware — whether they’re longtime rivals like sanjeev_18 (57% win rate against) or occasional challengers, David adapts and conquers, clocking in victories with an almost merciless efficiency. His longest winning streak? An intimidating 19 wins straight. Currently, the winning streak has paused, but David’s battle-tested mindset ensures that victory is just the next pawn move away.
Not all is smooth sailing, though—David has been checkmated and had games lost on time more than a few times. But hey, every great player needs their "learning moments," and these only fuel his fire.
His recent games show a master at work, executing tricky openings such as the Sicilian Defense French Variation and the Scandinavian Defense Modern Variation with lethal precision—securing wins by resignation or time pressure, and sometimes even surprising his foes with a well-timed rook invasion.
So whether you’re looking for a chess enthusiast with a perfect blend of strategy, speed, and psychological grit, or you just want to admire a player who can make the chessboard feel like an epic battlefield, David Pons Carreras is a name to remember—and maybe avoid sitting across from in a blitz tournament!