Francisco Pinho (aka Pacho-6)
Known in the chess world as the tenacious Pacho-6, Francisco Pinho is not your average player. With a rapid rating peaking at 473 and bullet cresting an impressive 471, Pacho-6 demonstrates a rare blend of speed and strategic cunning. His journey through the ranks is a rollercoaster of gritty battles, with nearly as many wins as losses, proving that every game is hard-fought and full of surprises.
Playing Style & Personality
Francisco plays with a dash of unpredictability, favoring openings like the King's Pawn and Scandinavian Defense — both of which he has mastered over hundreds of games. His approach is balanced, clocking an average of about 44 moves in victories, and surprisingly, he tends to resign early about 13% of the time — because why drag it out when victory or defeat is crystal clear?
Behind the chessboard, Pacho-6 is the kind of player who can make you laugh and groan simultaneously. His tilt factor is low but don’t be fooled — he gets back stronger, showcasing a comeback rate north of 64%. In other words, if you think you've crushed him, think again!
Notable Stats & Records
- Total Rapid Games: Over 800, with a win rate hovering just below 50%. That's a marathon, not a sprint!
- Favorite Openings: King's Pawn Opening (50.9% win rate), Scandinavian Defense (45.16%), and the elusive Reti Opening (53.85%).
- Winning Streak: Once won 9 games back-to-back — an impressive display of focus and firepower!
- Opponent records: Has some nemeses (looking at you, hansaagrawal), but also boasts 100% win records against several players. Beware the inconsistent underdogs!
Recent Clash Highlights
Pacho-6 recently secured a swift victory with the Caro-Kann Defense, abandoning a game in style after just three moves. His tactical foresight and well-timed resignations have baffled and amused onlookers alike.
He’s known for dismantling opponents with clever traps in the Scandinavian Defense and is comfortable navigating complex endgames, engaging in roughly 35% of his matches to the bitter end.
Fun Facts
- Best time to catch him online? Bright and early at 8 AM. Rise and grind, chess style!
- Has more losses by resignation (388) than losses by checkmate (147), because sometimes, walking away is the best move.
- Despite a love for rapid games, his bullet performance is nothing to sneeze at, boasting a sharp tactical awareness and an average bullet rating near 400.
Whether you're a fellow competitor or a curious onlooker, Francisco "Pacho-6" Pinho’s chess journey is a captivating saga of persistence, wit, and the occasional dash of eccentricity. Watch this space — or better yet, challenge him online if you dare!
