Алексей Федотов (allfed)
If online blitz had a hall of fame for marathon runners, Алексей Федотов, better known by his username allfed, would have a permanent locker. This Russian blitz specialist has played more than 33,000 rated blitz games, a volume that would make even the most dedicated club player weep into their scorebook. His rating journey has been a slow and steady climb, reaching a peak of 2277 (2025-03-20) in March 2025.
- Username: allfed
- Preferred time control: Blitz
- Peak Blitz rating: 2277
- Total blitz games: 33,378
Repertoire of a Romantic
When allfed has the white pieces, he is a romantic throwback. His signature weapon is the King's Gambit, specifically the Bishop's Gambit, Bledow, 4.Bxd5 line, which he has played more than 1,600 times. He also has a deep love for the French Defense Advance Variation and the Moscow Variation of the Sicilian Defense.
With black, he is the rare player who keeps the Philidor Defense alive, playing it nearly 3,900 times. He also enjoys a cheeky Blackburne Shilling Gambit and scores an impressive 59.61% with the Sicilian O'Kelly Variation.
Rivalries That Define a Career
Allfed does not run from a fight. His most played opponent is VASILIOS ZIOGAS, with 99 blitz duels, and allfed holds a strong 50 to 24 lead. He also edges out Heromantap in their 98 game series, winning 58 to 38. Not every rivalry is one sided: Braulio Dias has the upper hand in their 83 meetings, leading 44 to 29. These long running feuds show a player who loves a rematch and never shies away from a familiar face.
The Numbers Behind the Madness
The stats paint a picture of a relentless fighter. Allfed has an 84.87% comeback rate, a 12 game winning streak, and an equally painful 12 game losing streak. He plays his best chess at 2:00 AM, when the blitz pool is quiet and the clock is his only companion. His wins average 76 moves, his games frequently reach the endgame, and he has a very high early resignation rate, meaning he knows when to fold and when to fight.
Final Verdict
Алексей Федотов, allfed, is a blitz lifer. He has built a legacy one five minute game at a time, and his thousands of battles are a testament to the simple joy of moving fast and thinking faster.