Leinier Domínguez

Leinier Domínguez is a Cuban-American professional chess player, born on September 23, 1983, in Havana, Cuba. He is one of the highest-rated chess players in the world. Domínguez began his professional career in Cuba before moving to the United States in 2018, where he has since represented the country in several international competitions.

Domínguez is known for his deep understanding of the game, exceptional endgame skills, and ability to maintain composure under pressure. He has won numerous individual awards and holds multiple records, such as being one of the few players to exceed a 2800 Elo rating.

Off the chessboard, Domínguez is also recognized for his sportsmanship and contribution to the chess community, inspiring many young players worldwide.

Cuban Chess Federation

• Early Career: Domínguez was born and raised in Havana and began playing chess at a young age. He became a Grandmaster in 2001 and was Cuba's top player for many years.

World Chess Federation (FIDE)

• International Success: Domínguez achieved international recognition by winning the World Blitz Chess Championship in 2008. He has also participated in many top-tier tournaments, often finishing in high positions.

United States Chess Federation

• New Challenges: Domínguez switched federations and began representing the United States in 2018. He has since been a key player for the US team in international events.

Cuban National Team

• Early Achievements: Domínguez represented Cuba in several Chess Olympiads, contributing significantly to the team's performance.

US National Team

• Recent Accomplishments: Since moving to the US, Domínguez has been a crucial addition to the national team, helping it achieve strong results in various international competitions.

• Style: Domínguez's style of play is characterized by deep calculation, strategic planning, and exceptional endgame technique.

• Residence: Domínguez currently resides in Miami, Florida.
• Contribution to Chess: Domínguez is involved in various chess education initiatives and often gives lectures and training sessions to aspiring players.

• Leinier Domínguez is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous accomplishments but also for his contribution to the chess community. His impact on the game and his status as a world-class player inspire many young players around the world.

World Blitz Chess Championship:

• Winner in 2008

Highest Elo Rating:

• Exceeded 2800 in 2008, making him one of the few players to achieve such a feat

National Championships:

• Five-time Cuban National Champion

Books

• Dominguez, L. (2018) My Best Games. Self-published.

Websites

• FIDE: Information about Leinier Domínguez's international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.fide.com
• US Chess Federation: Details about Domínguez's career in the United States. Available at: https://new.uschess.org

Articles

• Chess.com: Leinier Domínguez's career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.chess.com

Interviews and Documentaries

• Chess Life Online: Various interviews and features on Leinier Domínguez, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://new.uschess.org/news