Paula Reyes Jara - Woman FIDE Master and Chess Dynamo
Paula Reyes Jara, known in the chess world as palipali, is not your average chess player – unless your average player sports a Woman FIDE Master title and a knack for winning streaks that would make Bobby Fischer blink twice. With a career spanning over a decade, Paula has proven to be a force to reckon with on the 64 squares, wielding her queen like a seasoned sorcerer.
Career Highlights
- Earned the prestigious Woman FIDE Master title, a testament to her strategic brilliance and dedication.
- Max Daily rating peaked at a formidable 1819 in 2021, showcasing steady improvement since 2012.
- Rapid rating soared to an impressive 2148, making her a lightning-fast thinker when the clock ticks down.
- Blitz skills? Oh yes, a max rating near 1983 – fast moves and sharper tactics.
Playing Style & Stats
Paula’s style can be summarized in one phrase: relentless and confident. With a longest winning streak of 13 games and a current streak of 8, she’s the kind of player who smiles while the opponent’s pieces get picked off one by one.
Her average moves per win hover around 65, which means she enjoys a good tactical dance before sealing victory. And if the going gets tough, her 71.96% comeback rate and perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece prove she’s got nerves of steel and a mind that thrives under pressure.
Favorite Opponents & Secret Weapons
Paula has crushed (with love) many opponents repeatedly, including fduclos with nearly 89% win rate, and a clean sweep against players like karen1313 and srikanth-reddy. Her secret weapon? An opening so mysterious even she calls it "Top Secret," boasting an 86% win rate in Daily games and above 60% in faster formats.
Off The Board
When not plotting the downfall of her next opponent, Paula enjoys pondering life’s mysteries – like why the knight always seems to jump where you least expect it, or how many cups of coffee are too many before your brain just says, “checkmate.” Known for a tilt factor of just 5, she keeps cool and composed, shrugging off losses like a true champion.
To sum it up: If chess were an epic saga, Paula Reyes Jara would be the crafty heroine who wins battles with brains, grit, and a dash of top-secret wizardry. Watch your king around her – danger’s checkmarked and coming in hot!