José Ángel Martínez - The Relentless Tactician
Meet José Ángel Martínez, better known in chess circles as jojanme — a player whose journey through the 64 squares is anything but boring. From a humble blitz rating of 215 back in 2020 to flirting with a peak rapid rating of 804 in late 2023, José has shown remarkable commitment and resilience, occasionally accompanied by a dash of dramatic flair (11-game winning and losing streaks anyone?).
A Statistical Snapshot
- Blitz Peak: 542 (Feb 2025)
- Rapid Peak: 804 (Nov 2023)
- Daily Peak: 334 (May 2021)
- Total Wins: Over 1,300 combined in Blitz and Rapid
- Resignation Rate: Sometimes knows when to bow out early (12% early resignations)
- Average Moves per Win: 59.3 - José loves a good, strategic marathon
Playing Style & Psychology
José is a patient craftsman of the endgame, engaging it nearly half the time he plays. Proving that setbacks only fuel his fire, his “Comeback Rate” sits impressively high at almost 60%. Yet, don’t be fooled — losing a piece turns his win chances into a near coin flip. When the pressure mounts, his tilt factor is a modest 11%, showing he’s got nerves of steel but occasionally lets a loss sting.
Curiously, his best time to play is 1 AM — either the chessboard inspires nocturnal genius or he’s fueled by midnight snacks and caffeine. Judging by his game count, José specializes in rapid and blitz games with dynamic openings like the Italian Game, Scandinavian Defense, and King's Pawn variations, often keeping fans on the edge of their seats.
Opening Preferences
José's favorite battlefield seems to be the Italian Game, with over 80 blitz games and a win rate hovering just above 51%. He’s an equal-opportunity opener too, dabbling in King's Pawn and Caro-Kann defenses, wielding his pieces with a balanced mix of aggression and strategy. When it comes to rapid games, his tactical sharpness shines using the Three Knights and Scandinavian Defense, boasting solid performances.
Recent Memorable Games
His latest victory was a masterclass in the Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation, sealing the game with a beautiful checkmate after a long, complex tussle. Conversely, losses to tough opponents like Matthew993994 remind us even warriors have their off days.
Fun Facts
- José’s longest winning and losing streaks are ironically both 11 games — talk about riding the emotional rollercoaster!
- He occasionally resigns early but has a knack for delivering checkmates, winning 485 games by checkmate.
- His win rate slightly favors playing White at just under 50%, but he holds his own on Black as well.
- Despite the fierce competition, José gleefully conquers opponents during random matchmaking — some of them have a 100% loss rate against him!
In the grand tradition of chess players who never give up, José Ángel Martínez reminds us all: it’s not just about how many games you win, but how spectacularly you fight on every move (and how entertaining the ride is along the way).
