mateo palomino

Mateo Palomino (aka mateoxr10)

Mateo Palomino is a chess enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares resembles a rollercoaster ride more than a quiet shuffle forward. Known online as mateoxr10, Mateo's chess career boasts moments of brilliance, gritty comebacks, and the occasional "oops" that keeps the game fun and real.

Rating & Style

Starting with a rapid rating peak of 1332 in early 2023, Mateo has experienced the full chess experience—rising, falling, and rising again with dogged determination. As of late 2024, their rapid rating hovers around the mid-700s, and bullet play (chess on caffeine) peaks near 640.

His favored rapid openings may be a well-kept secret (literally "Top Secret"), but his tactical DNA shouts resilience: when down a piece, Mateo stages epic comebacks—boasting a hefty 90.33% comeback rate. That’s the spirit of a fighter who never quits until the king is down or the clock wipes him out.

Chess Personality

Mateo loves long, grueling battles (his average game length is about 50 moves, win or lose), and enjoys the strategic battle more than quick tactical strikes—although he’s no stranger to sudden, razor-sharp skirmishes. He’s equally comfy playing white or black, winning slightly more often with the white pieces (~46%).

With a tilt factor of 16, Mateo’s probably had a few "Why did I blunder that?" moments, but it only fuels the comeback fire. The best time for him to strike on the board? Around 2 PM, when his win rates peek close to 60%.

Record & Rivalries

With over 2,000 rapid, bullet, blitz, and daily games combined, Mateo’s wins and losses dance in a close but challenging balance—431 bullet wins, 94 in rapid, and fewer in blitz and daily, hinting at a preference for the fast pace of bullet or the thoughtful nature of rapid.

His fiercest and most frequent opponent is teresin05, against whom the battle has been tough, with Mateo’s win rate around 5%. But against a slew of other opponents—especially those with quirky usernames—Mateo’s win rates soar to 100%, proving his mettle and maybe a touch of friendly trash talk.

Memorable Moments

One recent highlight was a thrilling victory against habla_babla using the elegant French Defense. Mateo managed to squeeze out a win on time, showcasing his keen eyes on the clock and position alike. This game underlines Mateo’s pragmatic approach: sometimes victory means outlasting your opponent.

Final Notes

Mateo Palomino is a warrior on the board: not necessarily the highest rated, but a player full of tenacity, surprises, and a chess spirit that's all about learning and having fun. Whether you want to share a good game, survive a bullet onslaught, or unravel the secrets of his mysterious opening repertoire, mateoxr10 is your man.