Francesco Bentivegna
Francesco Bentivegna is an Italian chess player who has earned the title of FIDE Master from FIDE. He shines most brightly in Blitz, where quick thinking and tenacity duel in every clock tick. Hailing from the Italian chess scene, Francesco blended local club practice with growing online presence to forge a thoughtful, aggressive style on the fast boards.
His journey is marked by steady growth, a calm demeanor at the board, and a habit of turning pressure into opportunity. Francesco values study as much as practical play, always seeking practical paths to convert small advantages into wins.
Blitz journey and style
Blitz has been the proving ground for Francesco’s tactical instincts and decision-making under time pressure. His peak Blitz rating reached 2525 in August 2025, a milestone that mirrors years of dedication and late-night analysis.
- Longest winning streak: 14 games
- FIDE Master title earned from FIDE
- Opening creativity across Blitz: notable results with Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation, Scandinavian Defense, Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense, and Caro-Kann Defense
Opening performance (Blitz)
- Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation — 202 games, 102 wins, 68 losses, 32 draws (WinRate 50.5%)
- Scandinavian Defense — 198 games, 104 wins, 67 losses, 27 draws (WinRate 52.53%)
- QGD: Chigorin, 3.cxd5 — 186 games, 82 wins, 69 losses, 35 draws (WinRate 44.09%)
- Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense — 177 games, 100 wins, 51 losses, 26 draws (WinRate 56.5%)
- Caro-Kann Defense — 137 games, 81 wins, 42 losses, 14 draws (WinRate 59.12%)
Facts and trivia
- Longest winning streak: 14 games
- Peak Blitz rating: 2525 (2025-08-12)
- FIDE Master title holder
- Active across online and over-the-board events with a steady daily practice routine