Emilio Cordova GM

Emilio Cordova - Grandmaster Extraordinaire

Born to wrangle knights and bishops, Emilio Cordova has risen through the ranks to claim the prestigious title of Grandmaster bestowed by FIDE. But don’t be fooled by the solemn title — beneath the nod of respect and the calculative gaze lies a tactician who can laugh in the face of checkmate.

Rating and Performance Snapshot

Emilio’s blitz rating peaked at a blazing 2983 in February 2021, proving he’s no stranger to lightning-fast brilliance. His bullet skills are equally sharp, topping out at 2879. While daily chess isn't where he shines brightest, Emilio’s endgame frequency clocks in at a commendable 86.43%, showing he loves those nail-biting finales that keep fans on the edge of their seats.

Playing Style

A wizard with patience and cunning, Emilio averages about 81 moves per win, spending quality time unraveling the mysteries of the board. His comeback rate is a staggering 91.41%—lose a piece? No problem, this Grandmaster just scraps harder. He keeps psychological tilt to a modest 12%, suggesting resilience and a stubborn refusal to surrender (unless it’s a graceful resignation, of course).

Opening Repertoire & Signature Moves

Known to keep opponents guessing, Emilio favors some “Top Secret” openings that have netted him nearly half his wins in blitz. Among his secret weapons are the Trompowsky Attack and the Queen's Pawn Opening, where he boasts a perfect 100% win rate in the limited sample games—a hint that when Emilio pulls these out, it’s a chess-party no one wants to miss. The Owens Defense is also in his toolkit, albeit with mixed results, showing even Grandmasters have their off days.

Record & Rivals

With an all-time blitz record of 1482 wins versus 1252 losses and a clutch 307 draws, Emilio battles fiercely and often. Among his most frequent opponents is “want2lose” — a delightful irony in competitive chess — facing off 60 times. Other notable rivals include santoblue and mykola-bortnyk. Whether battling old foes or fresh challengers, Emilio’s win rates hover around 50%, a testament to his consistent top-tier play, even in the fiercest battles.

Recent Highlights

In his most recent online escapades (in the year 2025, no less), Emilio showcased his mastery in the Trompowsky Attack, forcing his opponent to throw in the towel with a resignation after a tense 38-move fight. If patience is a virtue, then Emilio’s 180-second time control wins reveal his ability to juggle rapid-fire tactics with strategic finesse.

Fun Facts

• Emilio’s best time of day to play? 3 PM — the perfect time for chess and afternoon snacks.
• He’s known to start his matches with fearless moves, rarely resigning early—only about 0.69% tend to exit prematurely.
• On Fridays, his win rate nudges above 52%, suggesting Emilio's Friday chess mojo is real.

In summary, Emilio Cordova isn’t just a Grandmaster; he’s a chess marathoner with the instincts of a sprinter, the heart of a fighter, and the occasional playful wink at fate’s board. Whether blitzing or bulleting, this chess artist paints masterpieces one move at a time.