David Esteban (aka DgNoMoRoLL)
Meet David Esteban, a chess player whose journey through the 64 squares is as colorful as his username suggests. Fondly known online as DgNoMoRoLL, David embarked on his rated chess adventures with an optimistic rapid rating of 636 in 2021, only to learn that chess can be a rollercoaster ride with dips, climbs, and the occasional unexpected loop-de-loop.
With over a hundred rapid games and a taste of the blitz battlefield, David has racked up a respectable array of wins, losses, and a sprinkle of draws—proving that sometimes it's okay to lose a piece, as he boasts a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece. Talk about turning lemons into queen's gambits!
David's opening repertoire is delightfully eclectic, ranging from the classic King's Pawn Openings (with a neat 50% rapid win rate) and Polish Opening (where he shines with a 75% win rate) to the bold and mysterious Grob Opening, favored by only the brave—and a few fearless weekend warriors. His blitz success peaks with the Englund Gambit and Alekhine's Defense, each earned with an impressive 80% win rate. Clearly, he’s not afraid to ruffle some feathers early on!
Not all battles end in triumph, naturally. His recent losses include games abandoned and tough battles where opponents managed to pull off surprises, but David’s resilience is evident in his comeback rate of over 35%. And if that’s not enough, his longest winning streak is 4 games—proof that when the stars align, so do his tactics.
When it comes to psychological fortitude, David keeps his cool with a tilt factor of 11, dabbling most effectively in evening hours around 8 PM and 3 PM where his win rate climbs close to 50%. He plays with the heart of an enthusiast and the patience of a true strategist, averaging about 35 moves per win.
David’s biographical highlights also include a recent dramatic victory in a Queen’s Pawn Opening (Zukertort Variation) where his opponent threw in the towel after just seven moves of intense positional pressure. Whether crushing pieces or diplomatically conceding draws, David’s chess story is far from over.
Whether you’re a grandmaster or just learning to castle properly, David’s chess chronicles remind us all: it’s not just about winning or losing, but about embracing every twist, turn, and occasional blunder on the royal road to checkmate.
