Ernesto Rodriguez

Ernesto Rodriguez (fastes23)

Meet Ernesto Rodriguez, a chess enthusiast whose rating rollercoaster could give any theme park a run for its money! Known online as fastes23, Ernesto's journey has been a thrilling mix of tactical battles, daring gambits, and those inevitable “Oops, I totally did not see that” blunders that every player knows too well.

Chess Journey & Style

With a peak rapid rating of 1259 in early 2023, Ernesto has demonstrated resilience, bouncing between highs and lows like a true gladiator of the 64 squares. His games rarely end quickly — with an average of over 53 moves per win, and even longer in defeat, it’s clear Ernesto loves his chess marathons. Early resignations are rare (just 2%), proving he's in it for the long haul, whether to mount a comeback or gracefully brick-wall an attack.

He’s quite the specialist in openings like the Scotch Game and Scandinavian Defense, where he maintains a solid 50%-58% win rate. Thanks to a 77% comeback rate, Ernesto has earned a reputation for turning games around after setbacks, making him a formidable opponent even when the chips are down. His psychological resilience is notable too, as he’s got a tilt factor of just 10 — so don't expect him to throw the board anytime soon!

Gaming Habits & Time Preferences

When it comes to timing, Ernesto prefers playing in the wee hours — 4 AM is his prime time to pounce on unsuspecting foes online. His best win chances occur on Fridays and Thursdays, especially if you catch him with the white pieces (winning more than half the time!). Yet, even with black, he manages a respectable 43.64% win rate — making him a serious contender regardless of color.

Recent Battles

One of his most recent triumphs was a dazzling victory by checkmate against giorgikilasonia192 using some slick moves in the Colle System. However, like all great players, Ernesto has his ups and downs. Just days later, he experienced a dramatic checkmate loss against Ashirbad-Dutta in the Sicilian Defense, proving that humility is part of the game. After all, you haven’t truly lived chess until you’ve savored both victory and defeat in equal measure!

Personality & Fun Facts

Ernesto isn't just about pawns and rooks; his online moniker, fastes23, hints at a love for speed (though ironically, his average game length suggests he’s more of a steely marathon player than a rapid blitz sprinter). When not busy outmaneuvering others, he might be pondering why the knight moves in that annoying L-shape — or contemplating if pawns dream of promotion.

With over 1,700 rapid wins to his name and a penchant for resilience, Ernesto embodies the spirit of a true chessfighter: strategic, persistent, and occasionally prone to heroic blunders that add character to the saga of chess.

Watch this space — fastes23 might just have the next big combination up his sleeve!