Esteban Cachago

Profile Summary: Esteban Cachago (EstebxnC)

Meet Esteban Cachago, a chess enthusiast whose rating journey resembles a thrilling rollercoaster—especially on the daily ladder, where his peak has soared to 905 in late 2024. Known online as EstebxnC, he embraces both the humbling learning moments and triumphant victories with equal zest.

Playing Style & Strengths

Esteban's games reveal a curious concoction of tactical awareness and strategic resilience. His knack for comebacks is nothing short of inspiring, boasting a 65.95% success rate when clawing back after setbacks. He tends to win with an average of around 33 moves, while patiently enduring losses that stretch closer to 38 moves, showcasing fights that rarely fizzle out early.

His favorite time of day to dazzle opponents? 10:00 AM sharp, when his brain is freshest and his queen particularly sassy.

Opening Repertoire

Versatility is the name of the game. Esteban is no one-trick pony; from the King’s Pawn Opening to the Alekhine's Defense and even the Van't Kruijs Opening, he's game to explore a smorgasbord of chess tactics.

For the more daring bullet time fights, he swings between King's Pawn Opening and Van't Kruijs with roughly equal win rates around the 46-50% mark, proving he’s comfortable in the heat of the moment even if the clock is ticking down fast.

Competitive Highlights

Despite some ups and downs—as every mortal warrior knows—Esteban's longest winning streak is a commendable 10 games. Not too shabby! And even when the chips are down, he tries not to tilt too much, maintaining a tilt factor of only 11, meaning that his emotional control is almost as solid as his rook on the seventh rank.

Recent Battles

Esteban’s 2025 victories stick to his strengths, often finishing games on time pressure against opponents such as chillbro453, jini91, and gigetbsd. His beloved Queen often dances aggressively early on, as shown in his games where he repositions her rapidly, demanding respect and sometimes forcing opponents to tap out or timeout.

Of course, not every match goes his way. He’s been bested by sharp players like csspencer99 and jeanmaster1996, proving that even the sharpest minds have moments of humility.

The Verdict

Esteban Cachago is a spirited competitor with a well-rounded game and a fighting heart. Whether you're a fellow club player or a curious spectator, his games offer a blend of solid opening knowledge, spirited tactical shots, and enough unpredictability to keep the audience on their toes. He’s living proof that chess isn’t just about ratings but about the joy of the struggle.

So here’s to Esteban, the resilient EstebxnC, chess warrior by day, queen whisperer by passion!