Meet ILLYA_Belov
An enthusiastic and seasoned chess competitor, ILLYA_Belov has been refining his craft across multiple time controls since 2019. His journey shows a remarkable commitment to the game, with a particularly deep investment in Bullet chess. Over the years, he has played over 22,700 Bullet games—a testament to his passion for fast-paced play. By 2025, his Bullet rating soared to a peak of 2601, shining a spotlight on his ability to maintain composure and precision under time pressure.
Although Bullet is his primary battleground, ILLYA_Belov has also made his mark in Blitz (peaking at 2616 in 2024), as well as Daily and Rapid formats. His Daily rating climbed to 2326, while his Rapid endeavors saw him reach a personal best of 2282. Across all formats, he demonstrates steady growth and resilience, highlighted by a strong comeback rate (87.15%) and a notably low early-resignation tendency. He prefers to fight into the endgame, with over 84% of his games stretching deep into the board’s latter stages.
Stylistically, ILLYA_Belov is unafraid to branch out. His extensive opening repertoire spans mainline defenses such as the Pirc, Caro-Kann, and French, but he also finds success with more enterprising systems like the Closed Sicilian Grand Prix Attack. His record is near-balanced in Bullet—winning about 10,800 times while also conceding a similar number of losses—reflecting a bold, uncompromising approach. Whether playing swift Bullet matches or methodical Daily games, ILLYA_Belov continually showcases his adaptability and enduring love for chess.