Franco Castillo Ramos

Franco Castillo Ramos (aka franco17zz)

Franco Castillo Ramos is a tenacious chess enthusiast who has been navigating the 64 squares with a mix of grit, occasional brilliance, and a dash of quirky brilliance. Known in the chess world by the username franco17zz, Franco’s journey has been a rollercoaster ride of blitz battles, rapid duels, and bullet blitzkrieg skirmishes.

Rating & Performance Highlights

• Peak Ratings: Blitz 1038 (Nov 2020), Rapid 1133 (Nov 2020), Bullet 420 (Feb 2024)
• Win-Loss Record:
  • Blitz: 271 wins - 253 losses - 12 draws
  • Rapid: 54 wins - 57 losses - 7 draws
  • Bullet: 15 wins - 11 losses - 1 draw
• Longest Winning Streak: 8 games — proving that sometimes fortune does favor the bold.
• Comeback King: A stunning 79.41% comeback rate after falling behind; Franco never quite gives up, which is admirable (and exhausting for his opponents)!

Playing Style & Quirks

Franco is a fighter to the end and tends to stick around for the long haul—his average game sizes hover around 50+ moves whether he wins or loses. He's no quitter either, with an early resignation rate of just 4.05%. When it comes to endgames, he’s in his element roughly 51.5% of the time. His love for the King's Pawn Opening shines brightest, boasting a respectable 65.79% win rate in blitz games.

Interestingly, Franco’s best time to climb the rating ladder seems to be early in the day around 10:00 AM, but don't let the ol' circadian rhythm fool you — he also shines spectacularly playing at 10 AM that yields a 100% win rate (time to set your alarms!). Evening get-togethers at 7-8 PM also appear to serve him well, with nearly 60% win rates.

Favorite Openings

Franco shows a fondness and flair for classical openings but isn’t afraid to throw in some spicy variations:

• Blitz Faves: King's Pawn Opening (65.79% win rate), Scotch Game (57.89%), Three Knights Opening (61.11%), Scandinavian Defense (55%)
• Rapid Repertoire: Three Knights Opening with a solid 60% win rate, Philidor Defense showing some love at 57%
• Bullet Battles: King's Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation shines bright with an 80% win rate, because speed and precision are key!

Recent Highlights & Memorable Games

In one of the freshest victories recorded on May 30, 2025, Franco executed a charming checkmate against Arek148 in a solidly fought match lasting 70 moves — a testament to his persistence and endgame savvy.

On the flip side, losses come with learning. A tough game against Ramjet69 ended in resignation, reminding us that even the best have off days (or perhaps were caught off guard by a sneaky Ponziani Opening).

Chess Personality in a Nutshell

If chess prowess were measured in heart as much as rating, Franco Castillo Ramos would be grandmaster of gusto. A player with a stubborn spirit and a knack for fighting through tough positions, he embodies the saying, "It’s not over until the king is checkmated." Expect games with Franco to be long, fiercely contested, and sprinkled with both tactical fireworks and strategically subtle moments.

In short, Franco plays with passion, resilience, and just enough unpredictability to keep you on your toes. So if you ever meet franco17zz on the chessboard, prepare for a battle — and maybe a few chuckles at his cleverly sneaky moves.