Carlos Pintado Chumacero

Carlos Pintado Chumacero (cpintadoc)

Carlos Pintado Chumacero, better known in the chess world as cpintadoc, is a spirited rapid chess player whose journey through the ranks is as dynamic as his opening choices. With a peak rapid rating flirting around the 1000 mark in 2022 before navigating the rollercoaster of competitive play through subsequent years, Carlos embodies the passionate and thrilling nature of the game.

Playing Style

Known for deeply thoughtful and often lengthy battles, Carlos averages about 65 moves per win and 62 moves per loss, proving he doesn't shy away from the grind. With an impressive comeback rate of 76% and a literal 100% win rate after losing a piece, he’s the kind of player who makes opponents sweat and frequently turns tables like a true tactician. You might say he’s the King of Comebacks — just don’t ask him about his tilt factor of 10, which suggests even the most stoic can have their bad days.

Opening Repertoire & Preferences

His opening choices reveal quite the eclectic and strategic mind:

• Van ’t Kruijs Opening – his most frequent weapon with 938 games, winning nearly 47% and keeping opponents on their toes.
• King's Pawn and Queen's Pawn Openings – balanced and classic, yielding close to 48-51% win rates.
• He also experiments with rarer lines like the Saragossa Opening and the Mieses Opening, adding spice to his games and confusing his adversaries.

Competitive Journey

Carlos has faced a staggering 4,000+ rapid games, with a roughly even split of wins (2008) and losses (2048), sprinkled with draws. His daily and bullet games are more casual, but he’s no stranger to the fast-paced thrill, despite a modest bullet rating around 220 and a daily high of 1200. The essence, however, lies in rapid – where Carlos truly battles and showcases his gritty resilience.

Memorable Moments

Among his epic clashes, Carlos recently wrapped up a game using the Van ’t Kruijs Opening with a win, employing patient maneuvering over 32 moves before the opponent capitulated. However, even legends have setbacks – a recent loss by checkmate showed that every knight must sometimes bow to the queen’s deadly dance.

Chess Personality & Quirks

With an early resignation rate around 7.7%, Carlos occasionally knows when to save his mental energy for the next duel. His best tactical moments come during the odd hours (6 a.m., 8 a.m., and 10 a.m. boast his highest win percentages), making him a true early bird on the battlefield. With a psychological play style that combines resilience and a hint of cheeky optimism, facing Carlos means a fight to the last pawn.

In Summary

Carlos Pintado Chumacero is the chessboard’s equivalent of a scrappy underdog with a PhD in perseverance. He may not have the grandmaster title yet, but with his steadfast spirit and lightning-fast tactical awareness, he’s a formidable opponent for anyone willing to take on cpintadoc. Expect long games, intense pressure, and a fight for every square!

Can he checkmate your plans? Absolutely. Will he resign early? Occasionally, but only to come back stronger. Watch out, world – Carlos is here to play!