Jose Fernando Cubas GM

About Jose Fernando Cubas

Jose Fernando Cubas, also known by many as "Cubitas," is an accomplished Grandmaster with a sharp mind and a love for rapid chess. Drawing from years of experience, he has dazzled opponents with tactical prowess and solid endgame technique.

Playing Style & Strengths

Cubas is an endgame enthusiast, frequently engaging in long battles with an average of 72 moves per win and even more in losses, showcasing his persistence and deep understanding of chess complexities. His comeback rate is impressive at nearly 86%, and he often thrives even after losing material, maintaining over 51% win rate in such scenarios.

He tends to resign less than 2% of the time, showing persistence in complicated situations; however, he does have a tilt factor around 7, meaning he sometimes lets emotions play a role. His best performances come around 10 am, and he's particularly strategic on Fridays, boasting almost 59% win rate that day.

Favourite Openings

Jose Fernando Cubas has a wide repertoire but shows particular affection for certain openings:

• Blitz: Indian Defence with 2.Nc3 (66.67% win rate), Sicilian variations like Loewenthal and Kalashnikov (around 56%), Caro-Kann Defense (58%), and Van't Kruijs Opening (58%).
• Bullet: Mieses Opening tremendously successful (86% win rate), Caro-Kann Defense (83%), Nimzo-Larsen Attack (64%), and Queen's Pawn Game (70%).
• Rapid: Shows mastery with 100% wins in Queen’s Gambit Declined and other mainline openings although fewer games reflect his growing dominance in this control.

Ratings & Performance Highlights

Highlighting his skill in the fast-paced chess arenas, Cubas attained his peak blitz rating of 2735 in January 2024 — a rating many grandmasters would envy. His bullet peak stands impressively at 2622, and rapid at 2542.

Though rapid games are fewer in number, Cubas enjoys his best win ratio there (~69%), while bullet games showcase his speed and tactical sharpness (over 55% win rate). Blitz games have been his playground for consistent growth and success, with over 500 wins and a sturdy competitive spirit.

Notable Records & Opponents

Cubas holds a strong favorable record against several frequent rivals, including taking 22 wins out of 27 games versus little_ares and dominating matches against players like marcelo494 (10 wins to 1 loss).

He's proven to be a tough opponent for many titled and strong amateurs alike, with unbeaten records against foes such as bobby_axelrod and tactico-ataquista, cementing his reputation on the online boards.

Fun Facts

• Jose’s longest winning streak is an astonishing 16 games — probably enough for a chess mini-series plot!
• He has an uncanny ability to prevail even when losing a piece, reflecting fighter’s spirit.
• Playing late at night might not be his thing — his win rate drops to 25% at 3 AM, so maybe that's when he recharges his superpowers.
• His preferred first moves vary widely, from e4 to b3, keeping opponents guessing right from the start.