Francisco Guadalupe NM

Francisco Guadalupe: The National Master with Lightning Reflexes

Meet Francisco Guadalupe, also known as iFrancisco in the digital chess arena — a National Master whose blitz might just be faster than your Wi-Fi! Since bursting onto the scene in 2010, Francisco has dazzled opponents with a lightning-quick playstyle, boasting a peak blitz rating soaring to an impressive 2614 as recently as April 2022.

Although Francisco holds the distinguished title of National Master, their true glory lies in the chaotic battlefield of blitz and bullet chess. With bullet ratings peaking at a jaw-dropping 2724, Francisco’s fingers seem to have a mind of their own — probably faster than their brain when opening a bag of chips during intense tournaments.

Over thousands of games, Francisco has maintained a sparkling win rate above 56% in blitz and 54% in bullet formats. But don’t let those numbers fool you; every defeat comes with a comeback rate of nearly 84% — proving that giving up is simply not in this National Master’s vocabulary.

Playing Style & Personality

Francisco is a strategist with a penchant for deep endgames, sticking it out through over 80 moves on average to wrangle victories from even the stickiest positions. While opponents might pray for early resignations, Francisco’s early resignation rate is a mere 0.29%, preferring instead to wrestle to the bitter end.

Known for a cool-headed approach, Francisco shines brightest around 11:00 AM — so if you catch a game at this hour, be prepared to face their sharpest moves!

Memorable Recent Battles

A highlight from May 2025 demonstrates Francisco’s mastery in the classic Giuoco Piano - Bird's Attack, where they outmaneuvered their opponent fancyknightmaneuvers to win by resignation after 57 intense moves. If they played chess like this against Monday morning blues, those would be defeated too!

Even on the rarer occasion of a loss, Francisco’s games remain thrilling narratives — such as the epic 75-move encounter against KyronGriffith that ended in 2025 with Francisco gracefully bowing out after a prolonged struggle.

Opening Repertoire & Secrets

Francisco’s opening book is a blend of the orthodox and the enigmatic. Predominantly favoring Unknown Openings — probably to confuse opponents who try to prep for the usual suspects — they maintain a strong win rate of approximately 57% in blitz. Their secret weapon? A cleverly coded "Top Secret" opening that yields an impressive near-60% win rate.

Legacy and Philosophy

With a career full of hard-fought wins, near-limitless energy, and a tactical acumen that would make chess engines blush, Francisco Guadalupe embodies the spirit of competitive chess with a hint of mischief. After all, who else could turn a board of pawns and rooks into a stage for their personal blitzkrieg performance?

Whether you're a fan, a rival, or just someone who stumbled upon this page by accident, one thing is clear: Francisco is not just playing pieces — they’re making chess history, one move at a time.