Francisco Jimenez

Francisco Jimenez (frankjimo) - The Relentless Tactician of the Chess Board

Francisco Jimenez, known in the digital chess arena as frankjimo, is a player whose passion for the 64 squares is only matched by his knack for dramatic checkmates. With a peak Rapid rating of 1570, and solid performances in Blitz and Bullet games (peaking at 1499 and 1337 respectively), Francisco combines patience and aggression in a delightful cocktail of strategic wizardry.

His style? Imagine a crafty fox who also happens to love playing the Italian Game and the Scandinavian Defense — often catching opponents off-guard with tricky variations like the Two Knights Modern Bishops Opening. His win rate with these is nothing to sneeze at, boasting stellar figures up to 67.86% in Blitz on the Italian Two Knights.

Francisco’s love for the endgame is well-documented — playing on average nearly 58 moves per game whether winning or losing — proving he’s not one to rush to conclusions. His impressive 84% comeback rate shows that giving up is simply not in his lexicon. When behind a piece, he still manages to win almost half the time, a testament to his resilience and tactical awareness.

Despite a tilt factor of 7 (hey, nobody’s perfect), frankjimo’s best moves appear when morning breaks at 7 AM — so if you want to challenge him, don’t schedule a game at dawn expecting an easy win!

Take a peek at one of his recent victories, a dazzling checkmate on June 5, 2022, where he crushed opposition swiftly in a French Defense Knight Variation, reminding us all that frankjimo's reign is as swift as it is sharp. You can almost hear the pieces sighing in surrender.

While Francisco continues to sharpen his skills and overcome tough losses (because every great player has those pesky moments), one thing’s for sure: frankjimo is a force to be reckoned with, whether playing from behind or leading the charge in his signature openings.

Watch this space – Francisco Jimenez is still climbing the rating ladder. And who knows? With his strategic arsenal and a hint of morning magic, he might just be your next checkmate nightmare (or your new best chess friend).

Quick Stats & Trivia

• Longest winning streak: 10 games
• Favored Openings: Italian Game, Scandinavian Defense, Sicilian Defense
• Games played in 2022: Over 700 across Bullet, Blitz, and Rapid
• White vs Black win rate: nearly even, with a slight edge as White (50.87%)
• When tilted, he knows it — but usually bounces back like a champ
• Known for dramatic sacrifices leading to checkmate 🏆

In short: Francisco Jimenez plays chess like he lives life — with bold moves, a pinch of humor, and an unwavering will to win.