Isan Reynaldo Ortiz Suarez GM

About Isan Reynaldo Ortiz Suarez

Isan Reynaldo Ortiz Suarez is a formidable Grandmaster in the world of chess, known for his lightning-fast play in blitz games. With a peak blitz rating soaring up to an impressive 2864 in June 2025, his skill and dedication to the game place him among the elite.

Playing Style and Preferences

Favoring the rapid pace and intense adrenaline rush of blitz chess, Isan demonstrates exceptional tactical awareness, boasting an astounding comeback rate of 87.27%. His games tend to feature deep strategic planning, with an average of 74 moves in wins and nearly 80 moves in losses, showing his tenacity in endgames.

His style is far from dull; with an early resignation rate of only 0.5, he fights for every move, and his games often extend well into the endgame phase—over 84% of his matches. Whether playing White or Black, his winning percentages hover around 47.2% and 45.45%, respectively.

Opening Repertoire

Isan's opening choices reveal a player comfortable with a diverse set of strategies:

• English Opening - Symmetrical Variation: Played 192 times with a strong win rate of 50%.
• Reti Opening: Another favorite, with over 180 games and steady results.
• Sicilian Defense - Various Variations: Particularly comfortable in the Closed Sicilian and Najdorf variations, showcasing a combative and dynamic style.
• Benko Gambit: Effectively utilized to keep opponents on their toes.

His bullet repertoire also shows a taste for aggressive lines like the Zukertort Opening and Anglo-Indian Defense, which yield high win rates. Isan isn't shy about mixing it up to outwit his opponents.

Competitive Record & Notable Performances

With over 3,000 blitz games under his belt, Isan has accumulated a solid record of 2,177 wins, 2,119 losses, and 457 draws. In bullet chess, he boasts an impressive win rate of nearly 65%, highlighting his quick thinking and sharp instincts.

He has faced a wide array of opponents, including frequent rivals like "drycounty" and "theredking89," and consistently demonstrates resilience and strategic prowess even when facing stronger players. His highest bullet rating peaked at 2647, showcasing versatility across time controls.

Quirks and Fun Facts

• Isan's best time of day to play is early morning at 6 AM, the perfect time for a chess coffee break!
• Despite his elite status, he tends to lose more games than he wins against higher-rated opponents, but more than makes up for it with comebacks.
• His longest winning streak stands at 13 games, proving that when in the zone, he’s practically unstoppable.
• Beware if you face him around 5 AM—he has a win rate over 65% at this hour, which suggests he's either a chess prodigy or fueled by mysterious early bird magic.