Fernando Irribarra Rubio (Ig127)
Rating Peaks:
- Bullet: 744 (Sep 2024)
- Rapid: 776 (Aug 2023)
- Blitz: 848 (Aug 2023)
- Daily: 620 (Sep 2023)
Fernando Irribarra Rubio, known online as Ig127, is a chess enthusiast whose journey is filled with strategic gambits, thrilling comebacks, and a steadfast love for the game. With a peak blitz rating soaring to a striking 848, Fernando has mastered the lightning-fast decisions required under pressure, albeit occasionally finding himself dancing on the edge between daring attacks and unexpected blunders.
His bullet chess stats tell a tale of resilience — nearly an even split between wins and losses over more than 2,000 games, but with a remarkable comeback rate of nearly 87%, proving that Fernando never gives up, even when the odds are stacked against him. His psychological tilt factor is impressively low (10), meaning he keeps his cool, except maybe when his queen vanishes mysteriously off the board.
Known for a playful yet tactical style, Fernando embraces openings such as the Polish Opening and the Sicilian Defense Katalimov Variation, maintaining solid win rates in both. His deep understanding is further evident as he steadily prefers longer endgames, often engaging in battles lasting over 50 moves, savoring the beauty of the struggle until the final checkmate.
Playing Style & Strengths
- Endgame aficionado: Over 57% of his games reach the critical endgame phase.
- Tactical wizard: Nearly half of his wins come after initially losing a piece.
- Time traveller: His best performance window is early mornings, with a peak win rate at 10 AM; perhaps fueled by caffeine and a sharp mind!
- Early resignation rate: A modest 4.88% showing he rarely throws in the towel prematurely.
A Glimpse at Recent Battles
Fernando’s recent games reflect his dogged perseverance. In a bullet duel on June 4, 2025, playing as Black, he clinched victory on time against capslashqueen, demonstrating his knack for putting relentless time pressure on opponents. Conversely, not every day shines as brightly; June 2, 2025, saw a tough loss against Chort_777, after a closely-fought encounter marked by strategic tension and maneuvering. These ups and downs only add to the legend of the gamer who learns and grows with every move.
Fun Facts
- Fernando has over 770 bullet wins and almost as many losses — balance is the name of the game!
- His preferred opening, the Polish Opening, boasts a respectable 54% win rate across more than 300 games.
- He maintains an almost even record when playing white or black pieces, with a slight edge when wielding the whites.
- Despite the occasional checkmate defeat, Fernando’s longest winning streak is a solid 10 games — a mini chess marathon!
Chess.com’s Ig127 is the player who brings strategic bravery, tactical flair, and the humor of a humble warrior to every game. Whether slicing through blitz rounds or enduring marathon rapid duels, Fernando’s chess life is a testament to perseverance, passion, and occasionally sneaky queen sacrifices.
