Fagana

Fabian Piedrahita (Username: Fagana)

Ah, Fabian Piedrahita – or as he's known in the virtual chess realm, Fagana – a player who embodies the spirit of chess battling with undeniable grit and a bit of flair! Fabian isn't just another face in the crowd; he's a strategist who thrives on comebacks (a staggering 69.44% comeback rate!) and isn't afraid to face adversity head-on. His games can sometimes stretch over 58 moves (on average when winning), showing patience and persistence, or spiral into lengthy battles of endurance when the losses hit, averaging nearly 69 moves. Clearly, Fabian treats chess as both a marathon and a mind-bending puzzle.

Rating Journey & Performance

Starting out with modest Rapid ratings in 2023, Fabian has been climbing steadily, reaching a peak Rapid rating of 997 by May 2025 – shy of the magical 1000 mark but impressive nonetheless for a player with such an eclectic style! In Daily chess, Fabian soared to over 1078 in late 2024, proving his long-term strategic game is formidable. Blitz and Bullet formats have seen him flex his tactical muscles too, achieving peaks of 1060 and 873 respectively.

The Openings Maestro

Fagana’s opening repertoire is vast – from the classical Kings Pawn Opening to the adventurous Scandinavian Defense and even the quirky Englund Gambit! In Rapid games, he favors the King's Pawn Opening, holding a balanced 50% winrate over more than 400 battles. But don’t count out his Queens Pawn variations, where he tactfully maneuvers just below 50%. Daily chess reveals Fabian’s love for the Reti Opening, where he boasts an impressive 63.64% win rate – suggesting Fabian enjoys the subtle dance of the hypermodern school. In Bullet, it’s the Scandinavian Defense and the Englund Gambit that bring out his daring side with win rates near 60%. Clearly, Fabian likes to keep opponents guessing and rarely plays it safe.

Playing Habits and Style

With an early resignation rate of just about 4.43%, Fabian shows he hates throwing in the towel – except maybe when losing piece sacrifices haven’t panned out (only a 42% win rate afterward). His psychological tilt factor is on the higher side at 70, confirming the fiery emotions chess can ignite, but he’s wisely learned to channel it into moments of brilliance rather than blunders. Fabian’s best time to storm the chessboard? Around 10:00 AM, when his mind is fresh and the coffee just right.

Victories, Defeats, and Memorable Battles

Fabian has amassed a commendable number of victories across formats: over 1,100 wins in Daily chess and a good 1,230 wins in Rapid. Losses are nearly a match, proving that for every hard-fought win, he's endured a learning pain or two – one particularly brutal losing streak of 70 games shows a stubborn side that refuses to quit. The stories these stats tell include legendary battles against regular online opponents, with some matchups boasting perfect win records from Fabian’s side – take note, anne-mariesheehan and ladyhaha10, you've been schooled!

Recent Highlights

In his latest games during mid-2025, Fabian demonstrated his top-notch prowess by clinching victories with sharp tactics and time pressure. One notable win was by checkmate against Jhony-deshuesador, where Fabian stylishly finished off with a final flourish in under 30 moves. Nothing like ending a duel with style and panache!

Fun Fact

With a Tilt Factor of 70, Fabian might occasionally rage-snack or mutter to his mouse when things don’t go his way, but that fiery passion also fuels a comeback artist worth applauding. His never-say-die attitude could inspire a dramatic ESPN 30-for-30 titled, "The Fagana Comeback: Pawns, Perseverance, and Pizza."

In conclusion, Fabian Piedrahita is not just a player; he's a chess gladiator with a heart of a lion and the strategic mind of a seasoned tactician. Whether battling in Bullet time scrambles or taking his time in Daily chess wars, Fagana always brings his A-game and a dash of fun to the board.