Joseph Levine: The Bullet Professor
Joseph Levine, better known to his online victims as ClydeHillKid, is a FIDE International Master with a love affair with speed chess. He can play slow games when asked, but his true kingdom is the bullet board, where he has blasted through more than 27,000 games and counting.
From First Click to Fastest
Joseph started his online journey in 2013 like most of us, losing games and learning to enjoy it. Then something clicked. His
shows a steady rocket ride from humble beginnings to a bullet peak of 3028 (2026-08-09) and a blitz peak of 3050 (2026-08-06). He is living proof that thousands of premoves can lead to greatness.Openings and Obsessions
Ask Joseph about his favorite opening and he will talk about the French Defense for hours. He has played it thousands of times, on both sides of the board, and still finds new ways to have fun. He is also fond of the Caro-Kann Defense and enjoys the controlled chaos of the Amar Gambit. If there is a sharp line, Joseph probably has 500 games in it.
Foes and Friends
You do not reach 3000 without making a few rivals. Joseph's most frequent opponent is Gary Leschinsky, who has faced him more than 300 times. He also battles the relentless PracticeMakesOK on a regular basis. These rivalries produce plenty of thrilling finishes, like this one: View Game.
Comeback King
Joseph never stops fighting. His comeback rate is a remarkable 85.21 percent, and he wins nearly half of his games even after losing a piece. He has won 29 games in a row and lost 29 in a row, which suggests he is either fearless or very dramatic. His
reveals a player willing to try every trick in the book.A Classic Joseph Position
Here is a taste of the French Defense that Joseph loves:
. The structure is familiar, the ideas are rich, and the clock is always ticking.Fast Facts
- Holds the FIDE International Master title.
- Favorite time control is bullet.
- Peak bullet rating of 3028 (2026-08-09).
- Longest winning streak of 29 games.
- Favorite opening: French Defense.