Blas Lugo IM

Blas Lugo - International Master & Blitz Virtuoso

Known in the chess world by the username Miamichess, Blas Lugo is an International Master with a penchant for blitz chess that’s nothing short of spectacular. Whether it’s tearing through the opening in record time or navigating treacherous endgames, Blas combines razor-sharp tactical awareness with a dash of flair that keeps opponents on their toes.

From a fledgling blitz rating of 1355 in 2014 to peaking over 2300 by 2025, Blas’s journey is a thrilling rollercoaster of wins and occasional, much-pondered losses—though losses are rare when Blas is in top form (only 18 losses in a whopping 66 blitz games!). The unbeaten streak of 14 consecutive wins might lead you to think Blas has a secret weapon, but really, it’s just relentless focus and perhaps a touch of luck (or maybe just sheer stubbornness).

Rapid chess hasn’t seen the same love affair—Blas’s rapid record sits at 0 wins and 4 losses—but hey, everyone has their kryptonite! If blitz is fire, rapid might be the ice to cool things down. Still, watching this player in blitz is like witnessing a chess turbo-charged engine: fierce, fast, and occasionally unpredictable.

Blas’s opponents keep coming back for more, with some enduring rivalries like with ota377 (80% win rate!) and varied results against others. Interestingly, Blas’s comeback rate is a whopping 89%, proving that even when the chips are down, surrender is never on the menu.

Fun fact: Blas’s early resignation rate is just 13.64%, indicating a fighter’s spirit refusing to quit even in the darkest of positions. Matches typically last around 64 moves for wins, hinting at deep strategic battles rather than blitz rushes that end in a blink.

Outside of the rating numbers and stats, Blas Lugo brings a spark to the chessboard—often turning seemingly lost games into memorable victories and keeping the chess community guessing. If you ever face off against Miamichess, prepare for a battle that’s equal parts skill, endurance, and maybe a bit of that mysterious "Top Secret" opening strategy that’s brought 69.7% win rate on 66 games!

In the words of Blas himself (probably): “I don’t always win every game, but when I do, it’s blitz-tastic.”