Diego Si (aka Diegospo) - The Chigorin Charger
Meet Diego Si, an audacious and passionate chess enthusiast whose journey through the 64 squares is nothing short of a thrilling adventure mixed with occasional tactical madness. Known online as Diegospo, he’s a fighter who doesn’t back down, often charging headfirst into the Chigorin Variation in the Queen’s Pawn Opening—because why play boring when you can keep everyone on their toes?
Rating Rollercoaster & Style
Diego’s chess ratings might resemble a rollercoaster, but in a world of pawns and knights, it’s more like a dragon ride. His blitz peak hit a scorching 717 in early 2025, and in bullet, he’s cracked the 556 milestone, showing he's no stranger to fast and furious battles. Rapid chess? His peak soared to an impressive 889 in 2023, proving he can focus when it counts.
His style? A cocktail of resilience and cheeky aggression. With a comeback rate above 61%, he’s the kind of player who’ll bounce back from a lost piece and still shake the board enough to leave you wondering what just happened. Early resignations are rare for Diego (2.58%), as he explores complex endgames nearly 60% of the time—because patience is a virtue, right?
The Opening Arsenal
Five hundred games in the Queen’s Pawn Chigorin Variation alone, boasting a sharp win rate of over 61%. Diego’s knights love to jump into enemy territory early, snatching unexpected material and rattling opponents. Occasionally, he flirts with the Englund Gambit—a bold choice that results in a "hit or miss" 40% win rate. But hey, fortune favors the brave!
Psychological Chess Ninja
Beware the Tilt Factor: 12—it means Diego’s temperament has its fiery moments after rough patches, but it’s all part of the charm. His best brainpower bursts at noon (12:00), aligning perfectly with lunchtime—proof that snacks fuel his strategic genius. Just don’t challenge him at 3 AM, where his win rate nosedives to a mere 30%.
Match Highlights
Recently, Diego achieved a dazzling checkmate using a bold knight sacrifice in a live game, demonstrating his fearless creativity. He’s equally comfortable winning on time or by resignation, showing patience paired with lethal precision. On the flip side, even masters stumble—his most recent loss came from a beautifully played checkmate where he was caught off guard after a daring middle-game attack.
Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak: an impressive 11 games, proving he can ride the hot streaks.
- Average moves to win a game: about 54, because a quick checkmate sometimes just isn’t classy enough.
- Most played opponents include “alexpianiste” and “ad0g4mer” — rivalries worthy of a chess soap opera.
Whether slicing through defenses with sharp openings or staging heroic comebacks, Diegospo embraces the chaos and beauty of chess. Expect the unexpected: knight forks, aggressive bishop plays, and relentless pressure that eventually breaks down even the toughest defenses.
Follow Diego if you want a whirlwind ride of tactical flair, endgame battles, and maybe a few “Wait, he just sacrificed a rook?!” moments. After all, it's not just about winning—it's about winning with style... or at least with a grin.
“In chess, like in life, sometimes you have to risk the queen to save the world.” – Probably Diego Si