Francesco de Gleria - International Master Extraordinaire
Meet Francesco de Gleria, known in the virtual chess arenas as Francesco111, the International Master whose fingers fly faster than a knight’s leap and whose strategic mind is as sharp as a queen’s bite. While the title Grandmaster might still be on their bucket list, Francesco’s journey through the ranks is nothing short of epic.
Rating Odyssey
Starting with humble beginnings — a Daily rating just over 1100 in early 2018 — Francesco quickly unleashed a flurry of wins, skyrocketing to a peak Daily rating of 2507 by August 2021. Not bad for a player who apparently loves a good comeback, boasting a staggering 80% comeback rate when down a piece. Their Blitz prowess is equally impressive, hitting a peak of 2520, while Bullet speedsters better watch out with Francesco’s bullet rating soaring to 2453.
The Style: Patient But Deadly
Ever heard the phrase “slow and steady wins the race”? Francesco takes it to heart on the chessboard with an average of nearly 64 moves per win in Daily games — patience is a virtue, especially when orchestrating endgames. They tend to resign early only 0.26% of times, showing respect for the fight and the art of battle. With a win rate of 67% playing White and a solid 61% on Black, this player knows how to seize the initiative and defend with flair.
Secrets of Success
Francesco’s opening repertoire remains delightfully mysterious, with a “Top Secret” opening boasting a near 77% win rate in Daily games — the code name for brilliance, no doubt! Also notable is the “Unknown Opening” category where Francesco routinely dominates with an overwhelming winning percentage across all time controls — a sneak attack of cataloging opponents' nightmares.
Mental Toughness and Quirks
Chess can tilt even the calmest grandmaster, but Francesco shows resilience with an impressively low tilt factor of 9. The stats reveal a cavernous love for the late-night battles (favorite hour: 2 AM), when coffee’s kicked in and the mind is ready to confuse even the most cunning opponent.
Famous Encounters
Francesco has faced chess warriors like forking_deutschman and hitman_chacal multiple times, posting win rates north of 87%. Yet, they know that every battle can be unpredictable, as the recent skirmish with holdemrulzok ended on a sour note — but don’t worry, revenge is a dish best cooked on the board!
Memorable Moment
Just recently, in the 2024 Grand Prix Candidates, Francesco clinched a win by resignation against opponent Pillsbury1895 with a classical Nimzo-Indian Defense that left spectators wondering if the pieces moved by magic or grandmaster skill. That’s the kind of move that makes you want to double-check your own queen’s position!
In a Nutshell
International Master Francesco111 is a fierce competitor who combines strategic patience, tactical brilliance, and a splash of mystery. Whether blitzing opponents with monstrous speed or grinding out long endgames that teach lessons in persistence, Francesco is a player who commands respect — and maybe a bit of envy — on any chessboard.
One thing’s for sure: lose or win, Francesco always plays with style, heart, and the occasional sneaky gambit that will have you checking your clock twice.