Miguel Angulo (aka Sirlacho7)
Meet Miguel Angulo, a tenacious chess battler known in the arena as Sirlacho7. With a passion for the game that matches his resilient playing style, Miguel's journey through the ranks of online chess is nothing short of a rollercoaster ride – featuring thrilling comebacks, narrow escapes, and the occasional "Oops, missed that one!" moment.
Rating Odyssey
Miguel's peak blitz rating soared to an impressive 819 in late 2024, while his rapid peak hit 829 in early 2021. Not one to shy away from slow-burning strategy, his daily rating climbed to a commendable 1127 in 2025, proving he's no stranger to the grind. Bullet chess? Let's just say his score peaked at 493, showing he's currently still warming up in the speed arena.
Playing Style & Strengths
Miguel is notorious for his endgame prowess, appearing in over 62% of his games — perhaps because he enjoys turning the tide when others start sweating bullets. With a comeback rate of 72.6%, he often bounces back from unfavorable positions, keeping his foes on their toes. A slightly mischievous note: his early resignation rate stands at just under 4%, suggesting he occasionally admits defeat – but only when absolutely necessary! White pieces? He holds a slight edge with a 50.25% win rate, but his black battles are nearly as fierce at 47.5%.
Signature Moves & Openings
Miguel dabbles in a variety of openings, but shines the brightest with the Three Knights Opening in blitz chess boasting a stellar 73% win rate. Other favorites include the Van 't Kruijs Opening and the Scandinavian Defense, where he holds over 50% wins even in rapid and daily games. If you see him approaching with a King's Pawn Opening, get ready for a strategic battle, though his win rate hovers just under 50% there – talk about keeping things exciting!
Stats That Tell a Story
- Total wins: Over 600 blitz wins and 529 rapid victories – Miguel is no stranger to closing out games.
- Longest Winning Streak: 10 consecutive wins – a streak that would make any grandmaster nod in respect.
- Psychological Edge: A "tilt factor" of 9 means when the pressure’s on, Miguel might mutter a few choice words (all in good fun, of course).
- Best Time to Play: Around 10 AM — a perfect excuse to schedule matches before the coffee wears off.
Memorable Matches
One of Miguel’s recent thrilling victories unfolded in a Scotch Game, where he outmaneuvered his opponent with a timely checkmate after a fierce battle. His wins often come by a mix of sharp tactics and an uncanny ability to keep cool under time pressure—apparently, victory tastes sweeter when it’s snatched right before the clock runs out.
Why Follow Miguel?
Because every game with him is a lesson in resilience, strategy, and the occasional "How did he just do that?!" moment. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, Miguel Angulo’s chess adventures offer a reminder that it’s not just about rating points, but the journey on the 64 squares and the stories told by each move.
