Jony Wilson Leon Valdes IM

Jony Wilson Leon Valdes: The International Master with a Blitz Flair

Meet LeonValdes, an International Master by title and a blitz beast by nature. With a peak blitz rating soaring to an impressive 2491 in August 2019, Leon has dazzled opponents at lightning speed, proving that quick thinking is indeed a superpower. Don't blink—he might just swoop in and snag a win before you've finished your coffee!

Chess Journey & Style

Leon's chess career is like a rollercoaster with a high-speed twist. Starting with a blitz rating that jumped from a humble 990 to over 2400 within just months in 2019, this player clearly doesn't do "slow and steady." His approach combines a brilliant opening repertoire, especially with the mysterious "Top Secret" opening, yielding a solid 55%+ win rate, and an uncanny ability to stage comebacks—winning more than 81% of the times they were down a piece!

Averaging nearly 70 moves per win, Leon is no stranger to the long tactical battles—true to his high endgame frequency of over 80%. And when faced with pressure? An impressively low early resignation rate of just 2.18% shows resilience and grit. Psychologically, Leon keeps a "tilt factor" of 9, so while not invincible, he's far from reckless.

The Blitz Wrangler

Blitz is Leon’s kingdom. Over 1257 games played in blitz alone with a record of 695 wins, 505 losses, and 57 draws—that’s a serious grind. His longest winning streak reached a thrilling 15 games, and as of now, he’s riding a 2-game winning streak. Whether exploiting opponent's time troubles or clinching victories by resignation and checkmate, Leon knows how to get the job done.

Notable Opponents & Rivalries

LeonValdes has seen it all on the online battlefield, facing seasoned adversaries like emiliofelix and petukhov_dmitry thirteen times each. His win rates against various opponents range from flawless 100% records to tough battles with a loss or two—yet, he consistently asserts dominance with a strong overall combat record.

A Glimpse of Recent Battles

One of Leon’s recent memorable victories was on June 6th, 2020, where playing white using a sophisticated Catalan Opening, he forced his opponent to resign after a tense 56-move duel. This game highlighted his strategic depth and patience in the endgame.

Of course, even legends stumble sometimes. His latest defeats often came from opponent’s resilient defenses or time scrambles. But spare a moment for the humility: losing on time or by resignation happens to the best, and Leon has shown the mental fortitude to bounce back strong, thanks to a comeback rate exceeding 81%.

Personal Tidbits

Fun fact: Leon’s best time to strike is at 10 AM

Conclusion