Aleksei Belov, International Master of Blitz Chess
Aleksei Belov, known online as Let_it_be_1, is a FIDE International Master whose chess career is especially lively in the blitz arena. With more than 21,000 recorded blitz games, Belov has clearly decided that thinking quickly is preferable to waiting patiently for the board to explain itself.
Playing Style and Chess Identity
Belov is an experienced, battle-tested player who regularly reaches the endgame. Endgames appear in more than 81% of the available games, while the average win stretches beyond 73 moves. This is not a player who leaves the table at the first sign of complexity.
The opening repertoire is led by the French Defense, particularly the Burn and Tarrasch variations. As White, Belov also shows a sharp side with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, which has produced a winning score above 50% in the supplied blitz data. The first move is overwhelmingly e4, suggesting that quiet introductions are not always invited to the party.
Blitz Career Highlights
- Peak recorded blitz rating of 2841 in June 2026.
- Longest winning streak of 9 games.
- More than 8,700 blitz wins across the recorded database.
- First to give check in approximately 55% of analyzed games.
- Strong comeback profile, with a recorded comeback rate of 89.46%.
Belov's results are close to evenly balanced against similarly rated opponents, while lower-rated opposition tends to face a much harsher statistical reality. The practical lesson is simple: in blitz, every move matters, and Belov appears happy to keep making them until the position finally confesses.
Rating Journey
Belov's blitz performance has climbed substantially across the recorded years, rising from a 2020 level in the mid-2600s to a 2026 peak above 2800. The trajectory reflects sustained activity, resilience through difficult stretches, and an impressive willingness to play just one more game.
At a Glance
- Name: Aleksei Belov
- Online handle: Let_it_be_1
- Title: International Master
- Specialty: High-volume blitz chess
- Signature tendencies: e4, French Defense structures, long endgames, and tactical persistence