About CorraMatteo
Meet CorraMatteo, a tenacious blitz enthusiast and chess strategist with a flair for turning the heat up on the board with lightning-fast moves. Over recent years, CorraMatteo has steadily climbed the ranks in blitz chess, peaking at an impressive 1462 rating in June 2025. Known for playing with great persistence and tactical sharpness, this player truly shines in fast-paced time controls, especially blitz.
Playing Style & Strengths
CorraMatteo prefers blitz games, relishing quick decision-making and dynamic play. Games often last around 70 moves when victorious, showing stamina and patience. A tactical warrior with an 81% comeback rate, CorraMatteo thrives in challenging positions, never giving up easily.
- Early resignation rate is low at just 3.4%, showing a fighting spirit
- White pieces win rate: ~55%, Black pieces win rate: ~50%, a balanced competitor
- Loves the endgame with nearly 67% endgame frequency
- Best time to play? Late night at 11 PM, when the brain's in peak form
Favorite Openings
CorraMatteo demonstrates strong preferences across different time formats, with a solid record in several openings:
- Bishop's Opening: Around 70% win rate in blitz – clearly a weapon of choice.
- Italian Game - Anti-Fried Liver Defense: An aggressive and daring opening with a notable 75% win rate.
- King’s Pawn Game - Napoleon Attack: True mastery here with an 85.7% win rate in blitz, possibly a secret weapon.
- Queen’s Gambit Declined - Marshall Defence: Consistently strong results highlight deep preparation.
Competitive Highlights
CorraMatteo’s journey started humbly with ratings under 1000 but has soared over 1400 in blitz and over 1600 in rapid games by mid-2025. With a cumulative blitz record of 317 wins against 232 losses and 38 draws, this player proves to be highly competitive. The bullet and rapid records also showcase formidable skill with consistent positive win rates.
Notably, CorraMatteo has a knack for defeating many recurring opponents—some with near-perfect records—while also embracing challenges from stronger foes without backing down.
Trivia & Fun Facts
- CorraMatteo’s longest winning streak is an impressive 9 games—talk about momentum!
- Average first capture move is around move 7, indicating a blend of cautious build-up and sharp tactics.
- Despite a slightly higher loss rate against stronger opponents, CorraMatteo boasts a 50% win rate after losing a piece, highlighting resilience.
- Late-night blitz battles appear to be a specialty; a 71% win rate around 11 PM makes nighttime the prime time for crushing opponents.
- Known to enjoy openings ranging from classical to aggressive gambits, balancing tradition and surprise.