Martin Trillo

Martin Trillo (martindolio) - The Underdog with a Tactical Twist

Martin Trillo, better known by his online alias martindolio, is a chess enthusiast who refuses to be defined by conventional ratings. With a blitz rating that once peaked at a modest 633 and a rapid rating battling somewhere in the mid-200s recently, Martin embodies the spirit of the passionate amateur who plays for the thrill and the checkmates.

His game history is a rollercoaster of victories and learning moments. Notably, Martin boasts a remarkable 100% win rate after losing a piece – a testament to his stunning comeback abilities that would give Houdini a run for his money. However, his tilt factor of 14 also reveals that even the most resilient warriors have their moments of frustration.

Martin’s preferred battlegrounds often start with the Queen's Pawn Opening, especially the Chigorin Variation, where he claims over 55% wins in blitz and an impressive 71% in rapid games. If you come across his fiery Englund Gambit, beware—his success rate there is a fierce 75%. On the flip side, Owens Defense and French Defense? Let's just say Martin treats them like speed bumps on his journey.

Despite some rough seasons, Martin has had memorable highlights, including a recent checkmate win against SavioChessGM with a swift queen dance leading to the final coup de grâce on May 20, 2025. His ability to switch from rapid to blitz and keep a fighting spirit makes him a formidable opponent in online chess circles.

An interesting quirk about Martin’s schedule: Saturdays are his lucky day, boasting a win rate soaring above 50%, while Tuesdays and Sundays are slightly less charitable. If you want to catch him in action, evenings around 3 PM and 4 PM are prime times for his best performances (win rates flirting with 55% and 54% respectively).

All in all, Martin Trillo is the lovable underdog of online chess – a player with a strategic mind, an eye for comebacks, and a knack for winning where it counts most. Whether he’s sacrificing pieces with a grin or grinding through endgames that last 50 moves on average, martindolio remains a competitor who plays with heart, humor, and unexpected brilliance.

Keep an eye on martindolio—he might just surprise you next game.