Martin Martinez IM

Martin Martinez - International Master Extraordinaire

Martin Martinez, known online as martinmartinez95, is not your everyday chess player. With the esteemed FIDE title of International Master under their belt, Martin has proven time and again that the chessboard is their battlefield and each game, an epic saga.

Career Highlights

A blitz maestro with a peak rating soaring to an incredible 2617 in March 2020, Martin’s rapid calculation skills and lightning-fast intuition strike fear in the hearts of opponents. His bullet peak rating of 2426 confirms he’s not just quick; he’s wickedly effective under pressure.

Playing Style

With an average game lasting around 75 moves before victory, Martin demonstrates a remarkable patience and an endgame proficiency that borders on legendary—engaging deep into the endgame 76% of the time. The stats reveal a player who loves a good fight and plays with a cool head: a comeback rate of nearly 85% after setbacks, and a tactical awareness that leads to victories even when down a piece. (Comeback kid? Absolutely.)

Wins, Losses & Laughs

With over 1084 blitz wins out of 2016 games and a healthy record in bullet (154 wins), Martin clearly knows how to seize the moment. Sure, everyone hits rough patches—they even experienced a notorious 17-game losing streak—but Martin’s current two-game winning streak shows no signs of slowing down. If chess had a rollercoaster, Martin’s ride would be thrilling, unpredictable, and thoroughly entertaining.

Favorite Openings & Signature Moves

There’s a hint of mystery here—majority of games are under the banner of “Top Secret” openings. It’s like Martin prefers to keep opponents guessing, playing the openings equivalent of a poker face. However, one notable gem is the Indian Game: Black Knights Tango, where Martin boasts a perfect win.

When to Catch Martin in Action

Trivia alert! The best time for Martin to play is around 11 AM, with exceptional winning percentages in afternoon and late night hours—yes, this IM enjoys burning the midnight oil pondering chess puzzles.

Recent Battles

Recently, Martin triumphed in a thrilling encounter on May 9, 2025, defeating ChessMission22 by resignation after a precise “Indian Game – Black Knights Tango” opening. Victory tastes sweet, especially when it ends with a resignation—you know you’ve outplayed them thoroughly. Not every game goes Martin’s way, though—losses to opponents like WhiteChocolate04 and others remind us that even titans stumble.

Personality on the Board

Martin’s psychological temperament balance shows rare steadiness—with a tilt factor at just 17%, they mostly keep calm and carry on. The data speaks for itself: early resignations are rare, endgame knowledge is sharp, and battles are often decided around move 70-plus.

In summary, whether it’s blitz, bullet, rapid, or daily chess, Martin Martinez plays with passion, skill, and a dash of enigmatic flair. Keep an eye out—this International Master’s game is poetry interwoven with tactical wizardry. And who knows? Maybe your next opponent will be facing martinmartinez95 at the board. Ready to test your mettle?