cocobala GM

About cocobala

Meet cocobala, a formidable Grandmaster in the blitz chess arena who has dazzled the chess world with rapid-fire precision and tactical brilliance. Known for an aggressive and inventive playing style, cocobala thrives on outmaneuvering opponents in lightning-fast time controls.

Playing Style & Strengths

Preferring blitz chess, cocobala combines deep endgame knowledge (engaged in the endgame in almost 88% of games) with a sharp tactical eye demonstrated by a staggering 88% comeback rate—meaning giving up a piece is just a warm-up act for an epic turnaround.

• Average moves per win: 84 - a marathon of precise moves leading to victory
• Average moves per loss: 98 - battles are fought to the very end
• Win rate with White: 56.5%
• Win rate with Black: 53.3%
• Early resignations? Not a chance — perseverance is key

Career Highlights

From a blitz rating starting around 1958 in 2017, cocobala has rocketed up the ranks, peaking impressively at 2886 in November 2024 — a score that places them among the elite of blitz chess warriors worldwide.

Favorite Openings

Versatile and ambitious, cocobala shows preference for intriguing lines that keep opponents constantly on their toes:

• Zukertort Opening: Nimzo-Larsen Variation — boasting a perfect 100% win rate in 3 games
• Queen’s Pawn: Modern & Mieses Opening — undefeated in the blitz games played
• Sicilian Defense lines — exploring both closed Sicilians and Chekhover variations with tactical ambition
• Caro-Kann Defense — a mix of wins and losses, but part of a varied opening repertoire

Competitive Edge

cocobala performs best during early mornings (yes, 5 AM brilliance!), and Saturdays, where the win rate hits a sizzling 78%. On tougher opponents rated above themselves, they still maintain a respectable win rate of 36.5%, proving resilience against stronger competition.

• Longest winning streak: 7 games
• Current losing streak: 10 games (everyone has rough patches)
• Preferred game length: around 90 moves, demonstrating strategic endurance

Mind Games & Opponents

Known for a tilt factor of just 10, cocobala boasts remarkable psychological stability under pressure. They have faced a variety of frequent rivals, including matthewg-p4p, pcpf1, and adham_fawzy, with mixed results but always ready for the next fight.

In Summary

Grandmaster cocobala is a blazing star in the blitz chess scene, pairing solid classical skills with fast-paced creativity. Whether tactically dismantling opponents or grinding out marathon endgames, cocobala is a player to watch — both for their relentless spirit and their stylish攻擊!