Felu: A Rapid Chess Streamer on the Rise
Felu, known online as Felu7, is a chess streamer whose story is one of relentless Rapid chess improvement. In May 2024, Felu started the Rapid ladder at 562. By July 2026, the rating had climbed to a peak of 2007 (2026-07-13). The path was not smooth, but it was always entertaining.
Rapid is clearly Felu's home. With more than 5,300 Rapid games played, a win rate hovering near 50 percent, and a 13 game winning streak at the best of times, Felu has built a style that rewards patience and persistence. Blitz is a side quest, and Bullet is best left unmentioned.
An Opening Repertoire With Personality
As White, Felu leans on the Vienna Gambit and the Bishop's Opening. The Vienna Gambit with Max Lange Defense has appeared in more than 660 Rapid games as White, with a 54 percent win rate. It is an aggressive, chat friendly choice that suits a streamer.
As Black, the Caro-Kann Defense is the anchor. Felu has played it over 1,000 times in Rapid and uses the Exchange Variation as a reliable fallback. There is also a surprising fondness for the Amar Gambit, where Felu scores nearly 56 percent as Black. It is not the most theoretical opening, but it keeps opponents off balance.
Rivalries and Comebacks
Every player has a nemesis, and for Felu that player is domir_kinimod_91. In 12 Rapid meetings, domir_kinimod_91 has won all 12. It is a one sided scoreboard, but Felu keeps showing up, which might be the most streamer thing possible.
The resilience is real. Felu's comeback rate sits at 84.5 percent, and even after losing a piece, Felu still wins nearly 45 percent of the time. The longest losing streak was 12 games, but the longest winning streak was 13. That is the full emotional range of chess.
Built for the Stream
Felu brings the energy of a streamer to every session. The data shows a tilt factor of 12, which is a polite way of saying the chat is never bored. Felu also plays best around 11:00, so early morning streams may be the secret to the next rating spike.
Whether grinding the Caro-Kann Defense or launching a Vienna Gambit, Felu7 turns every Rapid game into a show. The rating is still climbing, and the stream is still rolling.