Felipe Gil Cotta (Fgcotta) - Chess Player Profile
Meet Felipe Gil Cotta, affectionately known in the chess universe as Fgcotta, a persistent tactician who never backs down from a battle on the 64-square battlefield. While his peaks might not have reached the dizzying heights of chess superstars, his passion and dedication are nothing short of grandmaster-worthy. His blitz rating once soared to a respectable 1505 in June 2018, proving that he’s no stranger to rapid-fire chess duels.
Felipe’s style strikes a balance between cautious calculation and brave gambits. With an average winning streak of 16 games, he knows how to ride the wave of momentum, though his tilt factor at 15 reminds us that even the best minds can get frustrated when their knight falls into an unexpected fork. Fear not, because Felipe’s impressive 83.21% comeback rate after losing material shows that he knows how to claw his way back from the brink—take that, adversity!
His game repertoire is shrouded in mystery (aptly termed as "Top Secret" in his openings), but we know he’s dabbled in some classics like the Sicilian Defense and the King’s Pawn Opening. He has a knack for the King’s Pawn Opening - King’s Knight Variation, as seen from his recent games lacing his victories with cunning positional plays and inventive tactics—just ask his opponents like dannyhalps and alcidescp who’ve faced his well-timed checkmates.
When it comes to time controls, Felipe shines especially in blitz and bullet formats, clocking thousands of games with close to half of them ending in wins! His bullet adventures might not always be smooth sailing, as the losses slightly outweigh the wins, but hey—sometimes you gotta risk it all for that sweet checkmate.
Off the board, Felipe exhibits true chess wisdom: his best time of day to play is 10:00 AM—morning brain, don’t fail him now! And despite occasional frustrations, his resilience and love for endgames (with a 67.52% endgame frequency) reflect a player who enjoys the beautiful struggle till the very last move.
Whether it's outsmarting opponents with his strategic maneuvers or simply enjoying the game’s rich tapestry, Felipe Gil Cotta embodies the spirit of a chess enthusiast who keeps growing, learning, and most importantly, keeps having fun—even if that means losing a few pawns... or a few games.
Recent Triumph
On June 3rd, 2025, Felipe sealed a brilliant victory against dannyhalps by checkmate after a fierce tactical skirmish, showcasing his tenacity and sharp endgame skills. You can watch the game here and learn a thing or two from his cunning play.
