Guerau Masague Artero - FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Meet Guerau Masague Artero, also known by the charming username gueraumasague, a chess virtuoso who has earned the prestigious title of FIDE Master. With a playstyle that balances patient strategy and tactical awareness, Guerau is a formidable opponent on the 64 squares, whose opening repertoire remains delightfully "Top Secret" — probably just to keep the rest of us guessing.
Rating & Performance Highlights
- Peak Blitz rating: a blazing 2826 (April 2025), because who needs sleep when you can blitz?
- Rapid peak rating: a respectable 2589 in early 2025, showing versatility beyond the frantic clock pressure.
- Bullet peak rating: a fireball 2610, proving that speed and accuracy can coexist.\li>
- Daily chess enthusiasts will note a more relaxed, yet respectable, 822 rating, perhaps saving the deep thinking for faster formats.
Style & Stats
Guerau loves the adrenaline of blitz, having played thousands of games with an impressive over 54% win rate in the mysterious 'Top Secret' opening. Their longest winning streak hits a stunning 24 games, with a current winning streak of 9, demonstrating resilience and form that could melt ice. Not one to sulk for long — with a tilt factor of just 10 — Guerau's psychological resilience ensures that losses are temporary blips rather than existential crises.
Always a tactical fighter, Guerau boasts an 83% comeback rate after setbacks and can snatch victory even after losing key pieces. The average game length hovers around 79 moves for wins, indicating a strategic depth that prizes endurance as much as speed.
Favorite Openings
While the details of Guerau’s openings are under wraps, enthusiasts do know that the Closed Sicilian Defense, King’s Indian Attack, and the Caro-Kann feature in their arsenal, all wielded with varied success. The true trick is that half the games are as much a mystery as a masterclass — a potent combination.
Recent Battles on the Board
June 4th, 2025 saw Guerau dispatch the opponent DobbyTheElfHouse with a graceful victory by resignation, executing a sharp Alekhine's Defense — proving once again that patience combined with sharp tactics wins the day. The final position showcased Guerau’s knack for precision, leaving their foe no room to breathe.
Not every battle is a win, of course. Recent losses to crafty challengers like e4d50-1 and TheCharlesBukowski highlight that sometimes even FIDE Masters have to tip their hats and regroup — no shame in that! It only makes the victories sweeter.
In Summary
Whether racing down the clock in bullet or wading deep into the endgame trenches, Guerau Masague Artero is a chess force to be reckoned with. A FIDE Master who mixes serious skill with a bit of cryptic charm, their games offer both entertainment and lessons in perseverance. So if you fancy a match, be warned: the “Top Secret” openings might keep you guessing, but the fierce fighting spirit will never keep you waiting.
Positives in Your Recent Blitz Games
Guerau, your recent games show excellent practical skills and strong closing ability. Here are some highlights:
- Good exploitation of opponents' inaccuracies led to decisive advantages, especially in endgames and tactical sequences.
- You transition well from the opening to the middlegame, maintaining pressure and increasing your positional advantage.
- Your handling of complex positions with active piece play and timely exchanges stands out.
- You show good understanding of openings like the Queens Gambit Declined, Nimzo-Larsen Attack, and Modern Defense, where you have solid win rates above 50%.
- Effective use of time control is evident as you maintain a balanced clock throughout the games, avoiding time pressure mistakes.
Areas for Improvement
To continue developing and increase your competitive edge in blitz, consider focusing on these points:
- Handling Pressure in Complex Positions: Some losses occurred after critical exchange decisions; double-check tactical calculations in sharp positions to avoid costly oversights.
- Defensive Play in Difficult Positions: Improving defensive technique to prolong resistance can help convert narrow losses into draws or wins.
- Opening Repertoire Variety: Your openings are solid but deepening prep in less frequently played or surprise lines may increase your scoring opportunities by taking opponents out of their comfort zones.
- Endgame Precision: Some games show chances missed in the endgame; working on common endgame patterns could turn small advantages into wins more consistently.
- Focus on Consistency: Your rating and performance show some volatility; aim for steadier play to capitalize on your high peak rating and solid win/loss record.
Suggestions for Training
To capitalize on your strengths and address improvement areas, you may find the following helpful:
- Study tactical motifs regularly to sharpen calculation skills under time pressure.
- Practice endgame drills focusing on rook and pawn endgames, as well as queen vs rook scenarios common in blitz.
- Analyze recent losses in detail to identify recurring patterns of errors or missed opportunities.
- Expand opening study to include sidelines or less popular variations to surprise your opponent and gain early initiative.
- Play longer time controls occasionally to deepen strategic understanding, which can translate to better blitz decisions.
Keep Building on Momentum
Your recent rating trend is largely positive with a significant three-month rating increase and recent good form. While some fluctuations exist, maintaining a solid focus on the above improvement points should help you continue climbing higher. Keep up the hard work and enjoy the journey!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Dominguez | 1W / 1L / 1D | |
| Anton Vasilenok | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| Gulnar Mammadova | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| Danil Kuzuev | 2W / 3L / 0D | |
| Manuel Enrique Campos Gómez | 0W / 2L / 0D | |
| mm_132 | 2W / 0L / 0D | |
| Jesus Dominguez | 4W / 5L / 0D | |
| Yasel Borges | 5W / 0L / 1D | |
| santiagosgomezjulio | 5W / 1L / 0D | |
| yamadongaa | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Rogelio Jr Antonio | 24W / 25L / 1D | |
| Tamaz Mgeladze | 21W / 22L / 6D | |
| Leo Valle Luis | 28W / 15L / 3D | |
| ErnestoGuevaraLynch | 23W / 14L / 1D | |
| extracheeseproject | 32W / 5L / 1D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2803 | 2801 | 2594 | |
| 2024 | 2548 | 2705 | 2579 | 822 |
| 2023 | 2623 | 2412 | ||
| 2022 | 1436 | 1987 | ||
| 2018 | 1940 | |||
| 2015 | 1434 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1004W / 649L / 149D | 926W / 725L / 155D | 84.4 |
| 2024 | 1091W / 652L / 136D | 1022W / 749L / 110D | 81.9 |
| 2023 | 624W / 430L / 64D | 568W / 507L / 68D | 82.5 |
| 2022 | 9W / 0L / 0D | 8W / 0L / 0D | 59.1 |
| 2018 | 61W / 30L / 2D | 55W / 35L / 5D | 71.8 |
| 2015 | 7W / 3L / 0D | 3W / 5L / 0D | 56.7 |
Openings: Most Played
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Czech Defense | 45 | 23 | 16 | 6 | 51.1% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 38 | 28 | 8 | 2 | 73.7% |
| Amar Gambit | 25 | 12 | 11 | 2 | 48.0% |
| Philidor Defense | 24 | 10 | 12 | 2 | 41.7% |
| Australian Defense | 24 | 15 | 8 | 1 | 62.5% |
| Barnes Defense | 24 | 15 | 8 | 1 | 62.5% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 21 | 8 | 11 | 2 | 38.1% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 20 | 12 | 5 | 3 | 60.0% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 20 | 13 | 6 | 1 | 65.0% |
| Modern | 20 | 11 | 9 | 0 | 55.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modern | 961 | 513 | 386 | 62 | 53.4% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 751 | 426 | 280 | 45 | 56.7% |
| Barnes Defense | 533 | 291 | 211 | 31 | 54.6% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 417 | 217 | 172 | 28 | 52.0% |
| Nimzo-Larsen Attack | 395 | 230 | 136 | 29 | 58.2% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 283 | 166 | 99 | 18 | 58.7% |
| Australian Defense | 268 | 142 | 111 | 15 | 53.0% |
| French Defense | 213 | 134 | 66 | 13 | 62.9% |
| Döry Defense | 205 | 99 | 88 | 18 | 48.3% |
| Amar Gambit | 188 | 93 | 86 | 9 | 49.5% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit | 13 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 46.1% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 12 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 9 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 77.8% |
| English Opening: Agincourt Defense | 7 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 42.9% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Döry Defense | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 66.7% |
| English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 50.0% |
| King's Indian Attack: French Variation | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 83.3% |
| Modern | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 80.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modern | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 24 | 2 |
| Losing | 10 | 0 |