Ruben Figueroa - The Chess Journeyman
Meet Ruben Figueroa, also known by the username ruben212140, a chess enthusiast whose journey through the 64 squares resembles a rollercoaster with more ups than downs. Ruben's chess saga began with a rapid rating of 940 in 2021, evolving steadily to reach a commendable rapid peak of 1314 by 2025. His dedication is clear: he’s played thousands of rapid and blitz games, gathering wins, losses, and draws like badges on a scout sash.
A bit of a stats wizard, Ruben boasts over 9,000 wins in blitz alone, playing blistering fast games where instincts rule, reflecting his love for the adrenaline rush of blitz and bullet chess. Speaking of bullet, while his first wins came a bit later, by 2025 he had shot up to an impressive 1156 max rating in this lightning-fast mode.
Ruben's playing style is as intriguing as his game count—he averages about 75 moves to win but loses a tad quicker at around 56 moves, hinting that Ruben’s patience and endurance often see him through long battles on the board. His endgame is a playground he frequently visits, appearing in about 64% of his games, which shows his persistence to battle till the very end.
Tactically, Ruben has a comeback rate of 83.35%, a huge "never say die" attitude, and apparently never gives up easily since his win rate after losing a piece is a perfect 100%—talk about fighting spirit! Though he does admit to an early resignation rate of nearly 5%, probably saving his energy for the next game (or maybe because he's just too polite and doesn’t want to torment his opponent).
Famed for his "top secret" openings (okay, not the biggest secret, but call it mystery and flair), Ruben has played over 19,000 blitz games with these, winning nearly half. His current longest winning streak is a neat 13 games with a fresh 3-game streak, suggesting he's on the rise or just had an excellent run of luck and skill.
Off the board, Ruben's opponent list reads like a who's who of online chess—from stalwarts like jitscruz and cesarvillarreal81 to the enigmatic stockbot_ad. He’s had mixed success against various foes, showcasing he’s up for challenges and humble in defeat.
Rubén's chess day peaks around the afternoon hours with a win rate touching 50% at 10 am, 9 am, and 3 pm, hinting these may be his brainiest hours—or maybe just his sugar high times. His psychological resilience shines through with a tilt factor of only 13, meaning he keeps calm even when the chess gods are not smiling.
To sum it up, Ruben Figueroa is a persistent, tactical, and ever-curious player who embraces the beautiful chaos of chess with a smile and a bit of humor. Whether you’re looking for a friendly rival or an inspiration to improve, Ruben's journey reminds us all that in chess, as in life, perseverance and passion count more than medals.
