Regina Rodrigues Bonfim
Woman FIDE Master
Regina Rodrigues Bonfim, also known in the chess world as rrbv, is a formidable Woman FIDE Master who has gracefully danced across the 64 squares with both cunning and charm. With a playing style that combines tactical brilliance and impressive endurance, Regina's games often resemble a thrilling rollercoaster ride—full of comebacks and edge-of-your-seat excitement.
Starting with a modest rating around 1344 in 2016, Regina’s dedication to chess saw her peak daily rating climb to an impressive 1754 by 2025, showcasing steady growth year after year. More impressively, her blitz rating hit a blazing high of 1784, proving she’s as sharp in rapid-fire battles as she is in classic contests.
Regina is known for her patience and resilience, spending an average of about 71 moves per win and recovering spectacularly with a comeback rate of 83.11%! She’s so tough that losing a piece doesn’t phase her—she boasts a perfect 100% win rate after losing material, silently reminding her opponents that the battle is never over until the king falls.
Though not immune to the occasional tilt (who is?), a tilt factor of 13 means Regina keeps her cool better than most. When it comes to opening choices, she’s got a top secret repertoire that serves her well, with winning percentages just shy of 50% in both daily and blitz formats – you’ll never quite know what opening weapon she’ll deploy next, keeping opponents perpetually guessing.
Regina's endurance shines through her preference for long battles, with a high frequency of complex endgames. In fact, she plays them in nearly 76% of her games, probably perfecting the art of subtle board domination while her opponents scramble to keep up.
Off the clock, Regina is known for her quick wit and infectious sense of humor, often joking that chess is the only workout she gets—though her opponents might argue their pawns have never felt more pressured. Her record includes a longest winning streak of 18 games, proving a run of form that would make even the most stoic grandmasters grin with admiration.
Whether blitzing through games at lightning speed or embracing thoughtful strategic battles, Regina Rodrigues Bonfim stands as a proud and entertaining figure in the chess community. Expect the unexpected when you face her – because with rrbv, every game is both a battle and a show.