Bogdan Belyakov IM

Bogdan Belyakov - International Master Extraordinaire

Rising through the ranks with the grace of a knight on a well-trodden path, Bogdan Belyakov, also known by his username BelyakovBogdan, has firmly established himself as a formidable International Master under the watchful eyes of FIDE. His blitz games are nothing short of lightning-fast brilliance, peaking at an electrifying 2713 rating in November 2024.

Master of Blitz Fireworks

With a blitz win rate hovering around an impressive 63% over nearly 200 games, Bogdan is the kind of player who can make the board seem like a stage for a thrilling chess drama. His longest winning streak? A jaw-dropping 19 consecutive victories — enough to make any opponent break a sweat. Even when the pressure mounts, his remarkable comeback rate of 84.21% shows that Bogdan rarely surrenders without a fight.

Playing Style & Psychology

Endgames are Bogdan’s playground, with over 84% of his games seeing intense endgame battles. He embraces the long, strategic grind with an average of 73 moves per win. Early resignations? Not in his vocabulary. Our International Master likes to see every move through—and sometimes beyond. His psychological resilience is notable, sporting a low tilt factor of 3, which means he rarely lets a loss derail his cool. Fun fact: the best time for Bogdan to unleash his chess genius is 6 AM — who knew grandmastery came with a morning alarm?

Trademark Openings & Rivals

While keeping his opening strategies top secret (literally), Bogdan has maintained a consistently strong record against a wide variety of opponents. He boasts a perfect 100% win rate against many challengers and is never shy to push the board to its limits. His favorite battleground is the Kings Gambit (C30), where he recently scored a rapid win by resignation, showcasing his aggressive and tactical prowess.

Highlights & Notable Moments

• Reached blitz rating peaks of 2713 as of November 2024.
• Victory by resignation in a sharp Kings Gambit game (Feb 2025) with moves aggressive enough to make hearts race.
• Maintains remarkable discipline with 0 early resignations, proving he's in it for the long haul.
• Earned wins by a variety of sharp terminations—including checkmates, timeouts, and good old-fashioned resignation-inducing pressure.

In Summary

Whether it's blitz or rapid, early morning or twilight matches, Bogdan Belyakov embodies the spirit of an International Master: sharp, determined, and sometimes downright unpredictable. A man who could probably beat you before you've finished your opening coffee. If you ever find your opponent smiling calmly at dawn, it just might be Bogdan preparing to unleash a storm on the 64 squares.