Ricardo Alanis Espinoza (EsRicardoAlanis)
Meet Ricardo Alanis Espinoza, a chess player whose journey is as colorful as a king's gambit gone wild! Known in online circles as EsRicardoAlanis, Ricardo's chess ratings tell a compelling story of grit, growth, and occasional gaming rollercoasters.
Rating Rollercoaster
Starting out modestly in 2024 with a rapid rating hovering just above 400, Ricardo's passion for the game catapulted him to an impressive 526 in 2025. His daily games tell a similar story — from a respectable 508 to a whopping 698, showing that quiet daily grind really pays off. Bullet and blitz formats? He's still warming up, but 417 in bullet chess hints he’s got some serious speed under the hood.
Playing Style & Statistics
Ricardo is a patient tactician, averaging nearly 49 moves in wins, and proving that slow and steady can indeed win the race. He’s no quitter either — resigning early less than 6% of the time and showing impressive resilience with a 56% comeback rate. And when he loses a piece? Don't count him out; his 100% win rate after losing material suggests he’s a master of turning tables when you least expect it.
Opening Secrets and War Stories
Ricardo prefers to keep his openings top secret—literally. Over 885 rapid games and counting, he has a solid near 50% win rate with his secret weapon openings, complemented by an even more feared 63% daily win rate. Opponents beware: he’s faced hundreds across many clashes, with some rare rivals holding better records, but surprisingly he keeps many at bay with a fierce determination.
Opponent Diary & Quirks
From the mysterious zawodnylebron to the elusive rosalindsanightmare, Ricardo has tangled with a diverse array of online foes. His psychological edge shows in his slightly higher win rate when playing white (51%) but black pieces are no excuse either (nearly 49%). He tends to play best late morning and early afternoon, with a 60%+ win rate around 10 AM and 7 AM — perfect times for the strategic brain to fire on all cylinders!
Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak: 9 games. That’s like a mini chess party.
- Tilt factor: moderate (9), meaning after a tough loss, Ricardo isn't tempted to throw his rook across the room — yet.
- Known for mind games: an astonishing 100% win rate when playing after losing a piece.
Final Thoughts
Ricardo Alanis Espinoza is not just climbing the rating ladder; he’s doing it with style, resilience, and a pinch of mystery. Whether you catch him playing blitz or murmuring about top secret openings, one thing’s for sure — this chess aficionado isn’t just playing pieces; he’s playing minds.
