Faustino Oro

IM International Master

ABOUT ME

I'M FAUSTINO ORO. I WAS BORN IN BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA, ON OCTOBER 14, 2013

In the middle of the pandemic, on May 30, 2020, I learned to move the pieces and, since then, chess has been much more than a simple game for me: it is a constant challenge that motivates me to keep improving. Self-taught and persistent, I have grown with every game and every lesson, with the firm conviction of reaching the top.

Achievements

With dedication, effort and discipline, Faustino keeps conquering new challenges in every game.

Titles & Rankings

Superior Argentine Championship: Historic double participation in the highest national category (2024 and 2025)
No. 1 in the World in all its categories: Sub-8, Sub-10, Sub-12 and currently Sub-14
Absolute National Top 10: Consolidated among the best players in Argentina
Argentine Sub-8 Champion (2021) and Pan American Sub-10 Champion (2022)

Precocity Records

Record of precocity when crossing 2500 ELO FIDE in the three rhythms (classical, fast and blitz)
Grandmaster Standard: Second youngest record in history to obtain it (Legendas & Prodigios, 2025)
Chess.com milestone: Youngest player to surpass 3000 Blitz ELO and reach the World Top 10
FM and IM world record: The youngest FIDE (2023) and International (2024) Master of all time
Historical ELO leader: The earliest in history to reach 2200 and 2300 points (in 2023)

Presence in the World Elite

Rapid & Blitz World Championship (Doha): Outstanding performance with victories and draws against "Super GMs" (+2700 ELO)
Tata Steel Tournament: Youngest debutant in history in the Challengers category (2025 and 2026)
World Cup (India): Historic debut as the youngest participant; advanced to the 2nd round against world No. 27

SUCCESS HAPPENS WHEN YOUR DREAMS ARE BIGGER THAN YOUR EXCUSES

Tournaments

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Last played

XXXIX Torneo Magistral "Ciudad de León"

León, España

Start : Jul 02, 2026

End : Jul 06, 2026

Finished

WR Chess Marathon Perú 2026 - 2º Torneo Rápido

Lima, Perú

Start : Jun 27, 2026

End : Jun 27, 2026

Finished

WR Chess Marathon Perú 2026 - 1º Torneo Rápido

Lima, Perú

Start : Jun 26, 2026

End : Jun 26, 2026

Finished

WR Chess Marathon Perú 2026 - Match Martínez Alcántara

2 partidas rápidas 15+0 y 4 blitz 3+0

Lima, Perú

Start : Jun 25, 2026

End : Jun 25, 2026

Chess, with all its philosophical depth, is above all a game that reveals imagination, character and willpower

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Explore updates on his progress and special events

Here you can learn not only about his most recent achievements, but also the hard training and preparation journey that makes them possible

Rapid - Blitz
XXXIX Leon Master Tournament 2026
Fausti for the second time at the Magistral
The 39th Ciudad de León Masters once again confirmed its status as one of the most prestigious rapid chess tournaments on the international calendar.
July 7, 2026
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Rapid - Blitz
WR CHESS World Record Marathon
Fausti shines at the 2026 World Chess Marathon in Lima
From June 25 to 28, 2026, the Sheraton Hotel in Lima becomes the epicenter of world chess with the celebration of the World Chess Marathon 2026, an event that aims to enter the Guinness World Records by attempting to establish the longest chess marathon on the planet, with 67 hours of uninterrupted play.
June 27, 2026
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Rapid - Blitz
Fide World Team Rapid & Blitz Championship 2026
Fausti joins the powerhouse team Chess United
From June 17 to 21, 2026, the FIDE World Team Rapid & Blitz Chess Championships took place in Hong Kong, a prestigious team tournament featuring a unique format that brings together elite grandmasters, young talents, and one mandatory amateur player per team.
June 23, 2026
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