Manuel Perez Candelario GM

Manuel Perez Candelario

Grandmaster of Blitz and Rapid Chess

Manuel Perez Candelario, known in the chess world as MPCandelario, is a force to be reckoned with on the 64 squares. Awarded the prestigious Grandmaster title by FIDE, Manuel’s blitz rating peaked at a jaw-dropping 2803 in May 2024 — that’s right, 2803! He dances through openings with a mysterious flair, favoring the "Top Secret" strategy that statistically gives him almost a 60% win rate in blitz, while juggling a massive volume of games under the radar in "Unknown Openings" with nearly 48% success.

A lightning-fast tactician with a penchant for comebacks, MPCandelario boasts an impressive comeback rate of 85% after losing material, proving that giving up is simply not in his dictionary (although he resigns early only about 3% of the time — a rare gesture of humility). His endgame skills shine through with an 88% engagement frequency, taking fights deep and savoring long battles. On average, Manuel’s wins last about 81 moves, while losses stubbornly stretch close to 93 moves, hinting at his dogged determination.

Manuel’s psychological resilience is notable — his tilt factor is reasonably low at 7, ensuring he keeps his cool even when the chess gods frown. His best time of day to unleash chess magic? Oddly enough, at 3 AM, when most of us are hunting for sleep, MPCandelario is hunting down kings.

Off the board, he’s known for a quirky streak: juggling a win/loss record across thousands of blitz games that’s as dynamic as a knight’s tour, with a win rate just shy of 50%. The mix of brilliant victories and occasional losses makes for a thrilling rollercoaster of a career. His favorite days to dominate? Wednesdays and Fridays, with win rates over 50% — maybe the weekends can wait.

Recent games show MPCandelario’s fighting spirit remains sharp. Take the September 12, 2024 win against Mikhail Golubev, where he cleverly won on time after a tense positional tussle starting with an English Opening. Or his swift resignation defeat on the same day — because even grandmasters have their off days, right?

In summary, Manuel Perez Candelario is not just a chess player; he’s a blitz gladiator, a rapid strategist, and a grandmaster who plays with heart, humor, and nerves of steel. If you ever face him at the board, beware the unexpected — and remember, he’s often at his best when the world sleeps.