Profile
Luis Paulo Supi, known to chess fans as LPSupi, is a Brazilian grandmaster who lights up the board and the streaming chat. A respected figure in blitz circles, he combines deep preparation with fearless, fast-paced play and a healthy dose of humor for his audience.
He earned the Grandmaster title from FIDE and has built a reputation as a top-tier blitz player who also loves sharing his games with fans around the world. When he isn’t cracking complex middlegames, he’s cracking jokes for the audience, proving chess can be both cerebral and entertaining.
Chess career
As a titled player, Supi has shown remarkable consistency across time controls, with a particular affinity for blitz. His peak blitz performance reached a high watermark of 3123, a testament to his sharp calculation and practical nerve in fast time controls. He remains a prominent figure in online chess, streaming his sessions and engaging viewers with insights, ideas, and occasional banter.
Opening prowess
Over the years, LPSupi has logged thousands of blitz games and built a diverse opening repertoire. Notable blitz trends include:
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation — 526 games, 53.61% win rate
- Caro-Kann Defense — 515 games, 57.09% win rate
- Sicilian Defense — 444 games, 57.66% win rate
- East Indian Defense — 244 games, 60.25% win rate
- Döry Defense — 258 games, 56.59% win rate
These choices reflect a dynamic style: ambitious, piece-play oriented in the middlegame, with a pragmatic lens for rapid decision-making in the endgame. He often blends solid structure with swift, tactical opportunities that keep opponents guessing.
Streaks and style
Known for his endurance and resilience, Supi’s battles often stretch into long, grueling games. His longest recorded winning streak stands at 22, and his endgames feature frequently in his games, with endgame frequency reported around high levels. He also enjoys leveraging strong initiative in the opening to steer games into favorable endings for his style of play.
Off the board, he’s a streamer who enjoys sharing both the triumphs and the blunders, turning broadcasts into educational entertainment for a broad audience. Fans often receive a dose of humor alongside the hard chess analysis.
In the stream
As a streamer, LPSupi brings his board-to-screen presence to fans worldwide. His streams blend high-level blitz preparation with approachable commentary, making complex positions comprehensible and entertaining for viewers of all levels. Expect thoughtful explanations, occasional jokes, and a warm community atmosphere during his sessions.
Notes
For those curious about peak performances, 3125 (2025-10-22) highlights his best blitz moments, and Luis Paulo Supi provides a digital footprint of his ongoing journey in modern chess. This bio aims to celebrate a player who combines grandmaster-level skill with the accessibility and energy of a modern streamer.