Daniel Garcia Ramos - International Master (aka FontVella8)
Meet Daniel Garcia Ramos, a chess virtuoso who proudly holds the esteemed title of International Master from FIDE. While the world knows grandmasters with ratings stratospheric enough to cause dizziness, Daniel prefers to steadily climb the ranks with a blitz rating peak of 2949 (achieved in August 2024) — that’s a number that could leave your mouse trembling in fear.
His chess journey is nothing short of a rollercoaster, boasting thousands of blitz games, with nearly as many wins as losses — talk about living on the edge! Daniel’s opening repertoire is a delightful mix of mystery ("Top Secret" strategy in 12,339 games!) and classical choices like the Sicilian Defense, Caro-Kann, and the Queen's Gambit. In fact, his win rate shines bright with the Sicilian Defense Open Prins Variation at an impressive 71.43%. Forget reading books; he practically writes new chapters on the board.
Ever the chess tactician, Daniel's Endgame Frequency is about 78%, proving he loves to settle matches with a mix of nerves and precision, and he maintains an admirable 81.57% comeback rate — proving even when knocked down, he's not out, much to the delight (or frustration) of his opponents.
Speaking of opponents, his most popular challengers include pedro_gines (90 battles), padam19, and jeroma71, indicating a loyal fanbase who keep coming back for more of that famous Daniel edge-of-the-seat play. Against some foes, his win rate touches perfection, while others manage to keep him on his toes — variety is the spice of chess life, after all!
Off the board, Daniel's sense of timing shows in his preferred hours to play blitz — between 3 AM and 5 AM, when most mortals sleep and he’s busy forging crushing victories (or plotting his next big comeback). A true night owl of the chess world, some say his coffee intake rivals his move calculation speed.
Not just a steady player but a dramatic one too, his longest winning streak stands at 16 games, but beware his 17-game losing streak — even heroes face their trials. Yet, the spirit prevails as the current streak may be on a slight lull, but true fans know the comeback is just around the corner.
When it comes to psychology, Daniel keeps a Tilt Factor of 17 — meaning if frustration was measurable in pounds, he’d still manage to hold his cool. And while he might resign early sometimes (8.84% early resignations), it only adds to his strategic surprises.
Most Memorable Recent Triumph
In a spectacular game in May 2025, Daniel (playing as FontVella8) executed a flawless checkmate victory against Aslanov Umid in the Caro-Kann Defense - Tartakower Variation. The final flourish? A queen delivering a sharp Qa3#, leaving the opponent stunned and spectators applauding. The game was not just a show of skill but a masterclass in patience, tactical awareness, and seizing the moment.
Replay this thrilling encounter here.
Daniel Garcia Ramos is not just a chess player; he’s a relentless strategist, a come-from-behind hero, and sometimes the chessboard’s best-kept secret. Keep your eyes on this rising star – or better yet, prepare your openings wisely!