Susana Quirco - A Chess Tale
Also known by her fearless username lupipa, Susana Quirco is a whirlwind on the chessboard, navigating the complexities of openings, middle-games, and endgames with a dash of stubborn charm and a pinch of tactical wit.
Early Days & Rating Journey
Beginning her rapid chess journey with a fiery pace, Susana started around a 500 rating in 2018, and after some roller-coaster bumps (including a breathtaking 13-game winning streak and equally epic 26-game losing streak), she climbed and mutated her way to a peak rapid rating of 939 in March 2018. Not one to be discouraged by minuscule rating drops, she possesses the resilience of a true fighter, reaching peaks of over 700 in rapid play, maintaining a solid presence in daily and blitz formats, and dabbling into bullet with an impressive streak of a perfect win in at least one recorded game.
Playing Style & Tactics
Susana is a long-game strategist who enjoys the art of the endgame, clocking an average 57 moves per win and not shying away from lengthy battles. Known for her patience, she rarely gives up early (less than 4% early resignation), and enjoys a strong comeback rate of over 70%, making her games quite thrilling to watch. Her winning breakpoints often come between 7 PM and 8 PM — that’s when the magic happens!
Her favorite openings are a medley of adventurous and solid play:
- King's Pawn Opening with a win rate hovering 45%
- Scandinavian Defense, close to 46% win rate, including the spicy Mieses Kotrc Variation
- Van't Kruijs Opening which she seems to love (almost 49% win rate)
- Not to forget the aggressive Englund Gambit, where she often rattles opponents with a 47% score
Record in Battle
Over a thousand epic battles in rapid chess alone have shaped her into a seasoned warrior (11,370 wins, 11,610 losses, and 1,854 draws)! In her latest encounters, Susana has dazzled with victories swinging from brilliant checkmates to sneaky resignations of her opponents.
Memorable Latest Victory
On June 4, 2025, Susana secured a thrilling checkmate after a delicate dance of 41 moves, demonstrating her mastery in the Van't Kruijs Opening. Facing down haribokirx, she patiently maneuvered her pieces into position, culminating in a stunning d1=Q promotion checkmate. This game not only highlights her tactical savvy but also her calm under pressure — with less than 10 seconds on the clock, she still delivers the knockout blow!
Psychological Edge & Quirks
Despite the intensity of competitive chess, Susana keeps her tilt factor low at 26, proving she knows how to keep her cool in heat-of-the-moment situations. She’s particularly effective in turning the tables after losing a piece, with a respectable 40% win rate post-loss — like a phoenix rising from the ashes. And true to form, she ends games mostly by resignation when she’s in command, sparing both players the agony of prolonged defeat.
Off the Board
When not clicking or sliding her queens and knights around, Susana is known to delight in quirky moments — a blend of thorough strategist and chessboard comedian. Her username lupipa is whispered with respect and a smile among her peers, reflecting her sly, fun-loving nature wrapped in a battle-hardened shell.
Whether you’re a fan of deep positional play or fast tactical punches, Susana Quirco is a player to watch. She might just blunder a piece or two… but don’t worry, she’s already plotting the comeback.