Josecapa1975: The Chess Crusader with a Twist
Known in the rapid chess world as Josecapa1975, this player is a fascinating blend of resilience, strategy, and that charming sprinkle of unpredictability every good match needs. From humble beginnings with a Rapid rating of 527 in early 2024 (yep, scratch that — it was basically chess baby steps), Josecapa soared to a peak rating of 1,735 in 2025, proving that consistency and dedication can transform pawn pushers into queens of the board.
Playing Style & Strengths
Josecapa1975 is a marathon runner of the chess world, with an average game length of over 80 moves when winning. They’ve got a keen eye for endgames, engaging with them 82% of the time. It's a game of patience and precision for our chess hero, weaving long battles where every move counts.
White pieces? Josecapa enjoys a modest advantage, boasting a 54.18% win rate. When playing Black, the challenge intensifies, but no worries — they still hold a respectable 47.16% win record. Early resignation? Rare and begrudging, occurring only 0.17% of games, showing a true fighter’s spirit.
Opening Repertoire
This player has quite the eclectic taste in openings. The Italian Game is a frequent flavor with 93 games played and a near 46% win rate. But let's highlight the star: the Ruy Lopez Old Steinitz Defense, a favorite battleground where Josecapa roars with a formidable 69% win rate over 29 encounters. Close behind are the Sicilian Defense Old Sicilian Variation and the Italian Two Knights Modern Bishops Opening, both with win rates north of 60% — a mix of classic and fiery tactics.
The Comeback Kid
Lost material? Not to worry. Josecapa1975 turns adversity into opportunity, boasting a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece. The comeback rate clocks in at an astonishing 88%, so it's no surprise opponents often underestimate the tenacity hidden beneath the username.
Winning Streaks & Opponents
While the current winning streak is on pause, the historical record includes a longest streak of 8 wins — enough to make opponents sweat and fans cheer. Facing off against common competitors like busa1400 and pryme123 multiple times each, Josecapa maintains a competitive edge, with win rates varying but always fiercely contested.
When to Catch Josecapa at Their Best
Planning to challenge? Their best hour appears to be noon (12:00) with a perfect 100% win rate, though they also shine in the late afternoon and early evening with impressive success around 6 PM (64%) and 5 PM (59%). Saturday is their lucky day, boasting a solid 56.65% win rate — hey, who says weekends are for rest?
A Dash of Personality
Josecapa1975 doesn’t just play chess; they live it with a unique blend of tactical sharpness and psychological grit. Despite a mild tilt factor of 7 (because hey, who doesn’t have off days?), they keep pushing forward, turning losses into lessons and frustrating opponents with their enduring focus.
In the grand arena of rapid chess, Josecapa1975 is a worthy adversary, a strategist who respects the game’s depth while never shying away from a little fun — after all, chess without a pinch of humor and a dash of stubbornness is like a knight without a horse.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| trialsofjobchess | 1W / 1L / 0D | |
| gonefishin250 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| sofocopolanco | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| efriwan | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| zedserann | 1W / 1L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Busa1400 | 7W / 5L / 0D | |
| pryme123 | 5W / 6L / 1D | |
| akbar_valiei | 5W / 0L / 0D | |
| 25matches | 2W / 2L / 0D | |
| hush120 | 3W / 1L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1632 | |||
| 2024 | 1673 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 153W / 128L / 25D | 134W / 152L / 19D | 81.0 |
| 2024 | 243W / 157L / 28D | 205W / 197L / 26D | 81.1 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 117 | 54 | 52 | 11 | 46.1% |
| Italian Game | 97 | 44 | 45 | 8 | 45.4% |
| Philidor Defense | 61 | 34 | 23 | 4 | 55.7% |
| Italian Game Two Knights Modern Bishops Opening | 38 | 23 | 13 | 2 | 60.5% |
| Sicilian Defense Old Sicilian Variation | 37 | 23 | 11 | 3 | 62.2% |
| Scotch Game | 37 | 12 | 24 | 1 | 32.4% |
| Giuoco Piano Game | 34 | 17 | 17 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 32 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 50.0% |
| Three Knights Opening | 29 | 18 | 10 | 1 | 62.1% |
| Ruy Lopez Opening Old Steinitz Defense | 29 | 18 | 10 | 1 | 62.1% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 8 | 0 |
| Losing | 7 | 1 |