Loris Piccoli

Loris Piccoli (aka Vegece)

Meet Loris Piccoli, a spirited chess enthusiast who dances on the 64 squares with a rating journey full of peaks, valleys, and a fair share of tactical explosions! Known in the online realm as Vegece, Loris has been tackling blitz, rapid, and bullet games since 2012, proving that patience is sometimes overrated in chess.

Chess Journey & Ratings

Starting from humble beginnings with a rapid rating barely cracking 1000, Loris steadily climbed the ladder, peaking impressively at 1560 rapid rating in March 2024. Blitz has been a playground for Loris, reaching a best of 1407 in early 2021. Bullet chess? Let’s just say Loris prefers quality over speed, topping out near 1260 back in 2014.

Playing Style & Strengths

Known for an early resignation rate of only 4.5%, Loris fights to the bitter end but isn’t afraid to throw in the towel when the tide turns. With an average of over 70 moves per win, patience is a virtue he’s clearly learned (or forced into). White pieces seem to bring a better strike rate (~48% win rate), while Black matches stand at a respectable 43%.

Loris's come-back rate after being down is a stunning 83.9%, showing a dogged resilience. When losing material, there's still hope—with a 43.4% chance to turn things around. Just watch out for the tilt factor of 18 — sometimes the chess gods (and Loris’s mood) have other plans.

Favorite Openings

Even though “Top Secret” rules Loris’s opening repertoire (a mysterious collection of nearly 5,000 rapid games), a quick peek at blitz games reveals a taste for the Queen’s Gambit opening, boasting a commendable 75% win rate. Other tried-and-tested weapons include the King's Pawn Opening and the Sicilian McDonnell Attack — because why settle for ordinary?

Competition and Records

With over 22,000 blitz games contested, Loris’s journey is more epic than a trilogy of chess films. Battles with opponents like 990super and javierchaconramos have been regular, with mixed success — proving that every grandmaster has their nemeses. When Loris locks horns with a foe, expect a fierce duel, especially given his knack for winning games after tilting back from losses.

Noteworthy Battles

Recently, on June 5th, 2025, Loris clinched victory against 'aromanos33' utilizing a classic Queen’s Gambit approach. Even in defeat, Loris keeps the style - forfeiting games with grace and setting the stage for future revenge.

Loris’s games often end with the phrase “won on time” or “won by resignation,” highlighting a blend of strategic pressure and relentless clock management — a true modern warrior of the digital chessboard.

Fun Facts

• Best time of day to play? Apparently 5:00 AM — maybe Loris contemplates checkmates best with a cup of coffee (or a strong espresso).
• Longest winning streak: 13 games. Longest losing streak? Just 18, because even champs have bad days.
• Typically plays over 70 moves before sealing a win. Patience? Check. Endurance? Double check.
• Average game length is longer when losing — maybe Loris just enjoys dragging opponents into a prolonged existential chess crisis.

Despite the ups and downs, Loris Piccoli’s love for chess persists unyielding, wielding the username Vegece like a banner of passion, patience, and a slight dash of mischief.