Gonzalo Rojo - The Grandmaster in the Making
Also known by his online alias rojitto, Gonzalo Rojo is a formidable chess player whose rating rollercoaster reads like an epic saga. Starting out in 2017 with modest bullet and blitz ratings around 1500 and 1800 respectively, Gonzalo quickly made waves, reaching peak ratings of 2188 in daily chess (June 2024), 2623 in blitz (January 2025), 2663 in bullet (April 2025), and a rapid peak of 2421 in late April 2025. Clearly, this is no ordinary player — unless you count "chess ninja" as a title.
Gonzalo's style is as relentless as a caffeine-fueled night session: with an average of around 69 moves per win, it’s clear he's in it for the long haul. His comeback rate of 78% proves he’s the buzzkill for anyone counting on a collapse after a lost piece — he bounces back swiftly with a 56% win rate after losing material. And while his early resignation rate sits at a humble 7%, don’t be fooled — these are probably just tactical retreats to regroup for another assault. The guy loves endgames, with nearly 70% frequency, so don’t expect him to throw in the towel before squeezing out those last precious points.
Gonzalo's prowess extends across all time controls. His blitz showboating includes a dazzling 8000+ wins, and his bullet blitzkrieg is nothing to sneeze at either, tallying over 5700 wins. Rapid and daily formats show steady success too, with win rates surpassing 60% when moving first (white) and a respectable 58% on the black side.
His favorite pet openings (kept top secret, naturally!) reveal a tactical inclination peppered with Scandinavian Defense variations and some tricky gambits that leave opponents scrambling for their king. When it comes to opponents, Gonzalo has tangled most with “jokerwin,” “gmenludo,” and “damian_abel,” offering an impressive mix of wins and challenges that keep his game sharp and unpredictable.
Never one to shy away from the heat of battle, his longest winning streak is a jaw-dropping 53 games — talk about a streak to break hearts and rack up trophies. Conversely, he’s known to occasionally slide down the losing slide, with a longest losing streak of 22 games, which likely just fuels his competitive fire even more.
Recent Highlights
On May 28, 2025, Gonzalo clinched a thrilling blitz victory against a 2453-rated opponent using the Scandinavian Defense – Mieses Kotrc Gubinsky Melts Defense, winning on time after a true chess marathon of 60 moves. Moments like these show his resilience and time management skills – timing is everything, especially when you're known as rojitto!
He's also shown that losses aren’t the end of the world — his record rebounding from blunders and tight games is a testament to his strong mentality and tactical acumen.
Off the Board
When not shaking up the chessboard, Gonzalo probably enjoys his victories with a smile and his losses with a quick shrug ready to analyze and prep for the next battle. With a tilt factor of 22, he keeps it cool enough to avoid throwing pieces but passionate enough to keep fans on their toes.
In short: Gonzalo Rojo, aka rojitto, is a calculating mastermind with a blend of patience, sharp tactics, and the stamina of a marathon runner. He’s climbing toward chess stardom one move at a time – watch out world, because rojitto is here to checkmate your expectations!