Profile
Nicolas Gabriel Rojas Linares (username: Nicolas_2509) is a titled chess player holding the FIDE title Candidate Master. A Blitz specialist, Nicolas has built a reputation for fast, sharp play and relentless practical skill in short time controls. Candidate Master Blitz
- Preferred time control: Blitz
- Noted for high activity and strong results in 2026
- Peak performance highlight: 2699 (2026-02-24)
Playing Style and Strengths
Nicolas mixes tactical vision with durable endgame technique. Games tend to be long and decisive, showing a willingness to grind in complicated positions until the very end.
- Comeback rate: 87.88 percent, a sign of resilience from inferior positions
- Win after losing a piece: about 50 percent
- Endgame frequency: 81.84 percent of games reach endgame phases
- Average moves per win: around 79 moves, average moves per loss: about 85 moves
Opening Repertoire
Nicolas favors flexible and aggressive systems. Below are common choices and notable win rates in Blitz and Bullet.
As White
- Colle System - Rhamphorhynchus Variation - strong practical results
- Sicilian structures when facing e4 - often leads to sharp play
- Modern and Giuoco Piano lines for varied strategic battles
As Black
- Modern Defense - successful and dynamic
- Sicilian Defense - several successful variations including Najdorf and Alapin
- Occasional surprise choices: Amar Gambit and Blackburne Shilling Gambit for tactical fireworks
Explore a sample opening term: Sicilian Defense
Career Highlights and Records
Nicolas has been particularly active and effective in recent seasons. He combines volume with quality results against familiar opponents.
- Longest winning streak: 10 games
- Longest losing streak: 8 games
- Most-played opponent: Adrianito15 with a 14-4 record in favor of Nicolas
- Outstanding blitz month runs and consistent peak form during early 2026
Fun Facts and Placeholders
A few entertaining notes and interactive placeholders to explore Nicolas' games and trends.
- Nickname for fans: "Nico the Bullet Bulldozer" when the clock is ticking
- Best hours to face him: high win rates late evening and at noon - his data shows strong results at hour 12 and 20
- Rating trend (Blitz): [[Chart|Rating|Blitz|2026-01-2026-03]]
- Sample game to load in a viewer:
- Look up a common term: Scotch Game
Contact and Follow
For followers and rivals: keep an eye on Nicolas_2509 for high-energy Blitz sessions, creative opening choices, and entertaining endgames. Search username Nicolas_2509 to follow recent activity and games.