Manuel Enrique Campos Gómez - International Master Extraordinaire
Known online as M4444710, Manuel Enrique Campos Gómez has proudly earned the title of International Master from FIDE, proving that brains do beat brawn, especially when wielded over 64 squares.
Rating and Playing Style
With a bullet peak rating soaring to a blistering 2879 in March 2025 and a blitz peak of 2692 just two months later, Manuel is a force to be reckoned with in fast-paced formats. His blitz games demonstrate a refined balance, boasting a white win rate of over 60% and a respectable 52.5% success rate with black.
Despite the speed, the games are no rush jobs: Manuel’s average moves per win exceed 83, showing he delights in a well-fought battle. He often maneuvers his opponents into endgames with a frequency near 87%, where his tactical mastery shines brightest.
Record and Rivals
With nearly 275 games tracked in blitz and bullet combined, Manuel’s record reads like a roller-coaster for his opponents: a feast of 264 wins against 179 losses and 24 draws sprinkled in for fairness. His longest winning streak climbs impressively to 20 games — proving he knows how to maintain momentum and keep his chess engine humming.
Some frequent sparring partners have felt his sting repeatedly. Taking down players like santirayo2009 and caracternin123 with win rates soaring over 60% and even 85%, Manuel clearly knows how to turn the heat up. Yet on the flip side, legends and tough grandmasters like eljanov and the ever-feared magnuscarlsen have managed to halt his charge occasionally.
Opening Wizardry
The repertoire is a kaleidoscope of styles, but a favorite seems to be the Top Secret opening—a mysterious path that yielded a 50% win rate in over 100 blitz contests. He’s not shy to mix things up too, wielding everything from the King's Indian Defense (with a perfect 100% win record in some variations!) to the Alekhine’s Defense and the Reti Gambit.
Psychological Edge & Quirks
If you're hoping to rattle Manuel, prepare for disappointment: his tilt factor is a modest 7, and if anything, he thrives at the witching hour. His best time to outsmart opponents? Midnight and the wee hours—when most humans are asleep, he’s crushing opponents on the clock!
His comeback rate is impressively near 90%, making him a nightmare for anyone who thinks a lost piece equals a lost game. And for those wondering, Manuel’s early resignation rate is laughably low at 0.56%, meaning he fights until the bitter end—even if the king’s pants are on fire.
Memorable Recent Battles
Just recently, Manuel clinched a dazzling checkmate against slepstari on May 14, 2025, finishing in style with a sleek rook mate on move 19. Conversely, even the strongest fall — like the hard-fought but unsuccessful battle against eljanov a day earlier, reminding us all that even grandmasters have off days.
The Bottom Line
Whether you meet Manuel Enrique Campos Gómez on the board or online as M4444710, be prepared for a whirlwind of sharp tactics, deep endgames, and a solid sprinkle of chess wizardry. He’s a master of his craft, a worthy opponent, and maybe just a bit addicted to winning right before dawn.