Spalluzza

Spalluzza: The Queens' Conqueror

Meet Spalluzza, a rapidly rising star in the online chess universe of 2025, whose rating journey is as colorful as their opening repertoire. Known for their Go-Getter attitude in rapid games, Spalluzza has played 350 rapid matches with a win count almost matching the losses - a true battler who never fears a slugfest. With a peak rapid rating of 653 (on May 7th, 2025), this player has mastered the art of the Queen's Pawn Opening, Chigorin Variation, boasting over 50% win rate from nearly 60 games.

Spalluzza isn’t just a rapid specialist: their one and only daily game was a flawless victory via the Italian Game, scored with a proud 889 rating. Blitz and bullet are their playgrounds too, where agility and quick thinking matter most. Though their blitz peak of 397 might not be grandmaster-level just yet, their clever mix of openings (including a perfect 100% win rate in several blitz openings like the Queen's Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation) keeps opponents on their toes. Bullet games (all five played) reflect an adventurous spirit, fearless—with highs and lows, and a fast-paced 473 top rating.

Despite an early resignation rate of a mere ~1.2%, Spalluzza’s signature strength lies in a rock-solid endgame approach (engaging it almost 67% of the time), often extending battles to a cerebral dance lasting 60 moves or more before triumph or defeat. They enjoy a slight edge when playing White, winning just over 52% of those encounters, and a respectable 44.5% from Black pieces.

The player is known for their tactical resilience. A remarkable ~78% comeback rate shows that Spalluzza don’t throw in the towel easily, often clawing back after losing material with a ~43% win rate even after losing a piece. Although the tilt factor stands at a modest 8, their best chess moments come early in the day, with a strange yet effective winning streak peaking around 9 AM sharp.

Opponents beware: Spalluzza excels with tricky lines like the Englund Gambit and Queen's Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense, scoring win rates above 65% there. Their playstyle favors sharp tactics, quick development, and relentless endgame pressure. Their recent games often end with dramatic checkmates, showcasing a killer instinct on the board.

Fun Fact

Spalluzza once won a game in stunning fashion by sacrificing multiple knights early on to deliver a flawless checkmate in under 25 moves — proving that sometimes, chaos is the best strategy.

Though they have faced some heavy defeats—especially against “hugo250445” who seems to be their kryptonite (0% win rate!)—Spalluzza doesn't shy from rematches, always eager to learn and improve.

When not pacing the boards with their favorite Queen's Pawn lines, Spalluzza might just be plotting their next brilliant trap… or ordering pizza while scouting the next challenger online.

“Chess is the gymnasium of the mind” — and Spalluzza is definitely bench-pressing everything they've got.