Maikel Gongora IM

Maikel Gongora: The International Master with a Flair for the Dramatic

Known in the chess world as gongochess, Maikel Gongora is an International Master who clearly enjoys the adrenaline rush of blitz games more than the slow grind of daily chess. With a blistering peak blitz rating of 2426 in 2024, Maikel has proven that fast thinking and quick moves are his forte — though the occasional quick snack break might explain the modest 20% early resignation rate.

Despite a somewhat mercurial rating journey, ranging from a humble 1671 to a peak of 2426 in blitz within a single year, Maikel’s tactical awareness shines through. His comeback rate of 72.73% and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece attest to an indomitable fighting spirit — clearly, giving up is not in his vocabulary, unless it’s before the clock starts ticking.

Maikel's endgame frequency is no joke — he dives deep into endgames 55.56% of the time, averaging around 57 moves to clinch a victory. And speaking of victories, he performs better with the black pieces (66.67%) than white (55.56%), a hint that Maikel thrives on counterattack and surprise.

Some patterns reveal Maikel's personality quirks: an impeccable 100% win rate on Mondays and an 80% win rate on Thursdays hint that he may be fueled by Monday motivation and pre-weekend chess fever.

His preferred opening, enigmatically named Top Secret, is a crowd-pleaser with nearly 65% win rate across 17 blitz games. Opponents beware: Maikel’s preparation might just be classified information!

Though Maikel faces rivals repeatedly — like cafeconlia (three times, but no wins there yet) and chessplayx9 (a solid 50% win rate) — he maintains an overall impressive record, demonstrating resilience and adaptability.

In short, Maikel Gongora is a fierce competitor who blends tactical genius, psychological grit, and a sprinkle of mystery. Whether blitzing under the floodlights of an online arena or strategizing for the long haul, he’s a chess player worth watching — just don’t call it a slow game!