Walter Villavicencio Jimenez

Walter Villavicencio Jimenez (aka sonador123)

Walter Villavicencio Jimenez, better known in the digital chess realm as sonador123, is a spirited player whose chess journey is filled with both valiant victories and humble defeats. With a peak Blitz rating of 1192, Rapid rating soaring to 1382, and a bullet presence albeit brief (1075 peak), Walter’s experience traverses multiple time controls, offering a wide range of tactical battles and strategic skirmishes.

Playing Style & Personality

Known for an early resignation rate of just 3.68%, Walter is no quitter — except maybe when the coffee runs out. He loves the heat of the endgame which appears in over 56% of his games, showing a tenacity and love for the long haul. His average game length suggests a mix of patient planning (53 moves to win on average) and stubborn endurance (60 moves to loss).

Our friend demonstrates remarkable tactical resilience: an impressive 82.98% comeback rate and a cool-headed 45.11% win rate even after losing a piece. Tilt factor? A manageable 12, meaning Walter keeps calm—until his favorite snacks are gone.

Favorite Openings

Walter’s opening repertoire is as colorful as his game count, ranging from the solid Philidor Defense and the classic Italian Game to the somewhat adventurous Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation where he shines brightest with a winning rate north of 60% in blitz games. Kings Pawn Opening with the King’s Knight variation is another battlefield where sonador123 often claims success.

Competitive Highlights

• Longest Winning Streak: 10 games. Enough to convince himself he’s the next Fischer (or at least a chess prodigy).
• Current Winning Streak: 2 games. Modest but steady.
• Most played opponent: raffs1 with 55 battles fought, showcasing a fierce rivalry — or perhaps a mutual dependence on each other for practice!
• Across all formats, Walter has recorded an impressive total of over 2,100 wins in blitz.

Memorable Moments

On December 27th, 2024, sonador123 delivered a stunning checkmate via the Sicilian Defense (B20). The game was a rollercoaster of wits and nerves, culminating with Walter outmaneuvering his opponent in a complex final sequence. Not a bad way to cap a day of online duels!

Fun Facts

• Walter’s best time to play according to his performance stats is at noon — lunch break and chess, a perfect combo?
• He’s slightly better with the white pieces, boasting just over a 50% win rate, but don’t count him out when playing black.
• His resilience is so legendary that he wins almost half the time even after losing a material piece — Queens beware!

In Summary

Walter Villavicencio Jimenez is a passionate chess enthusiast navigating the chessboard of life with steady determination, a few blunders here and there, but always a spirit beginner’s luck can envy. Whether it’s blitz, rapid, or the rare bullet game, sonador123 continues to puzzle opponents, delight spectators, and perhaps most importantly, have fun.

Keep an eye on this one — behind the username lies a real contender with a flair for drama and a taste for checkmate!