Anthony Bellaiche – International Master Extraordinaire
Meet Anthony Bellaiche, aka tony15051987, a chess warrior who’s sprinted through the ranks to earn the prestigious title of International Master from FIDE. Known for his lightning-fast reflexes and tactical wizardry, Anthony is a blur on the blitz battlefield, where he’s not just a player, but a force of nature.
His peak blitz rating soared to an astonishing 2743 in November 2024, making his opponents wonder if the board was actually enchanted—or if this grandmaster just drinks a secret potion before each match. With over 11,000 blitz games logged, Anthony's experience is as deep as his opening repertoire is mysterious (the Top Secret opening, anyone?).
Speaking of openings, Anthony boasts near-mythical performances in tricky Sicilian Defense variations, and even the Ragozin Defense knows better than to mess with him. His strategic choices are so slick, you’d swear he plays chess with a crystal ball.
Off the clock, Anthony has an eye-opening comeback rate of 88.78%. When life (or chess) knocks a piece off, he doesn’t just shrug—he fires up the comeback machine. His average winning game length reveals a patient tactician who’s happy to flex his intellect over nearly 74 moves, turning even the most drawn-out fights into dazzling victories.
But he isn't just about numbers and stats; Anthony’s psychological resilience shines bright. With a tilt factor of just 11, he keeps cool even when the pawns threaten an uprising. And if you want to challenge him, try catching him at his prime: 9 AM chess sessions appear to unleash his full potential.
Anthony's games range from cunning positional play to blistering tactical assaults, all punctuated with a penchant for rare but deadly openings and a knack for making his opponents resign in despair. His record includes a spectacular recent win over a 2745-rated opponent with a stylish queen sacrifice – just the kind of move that sends spectators gasping.
In short: if chess were a superhero universe, Anthony Bellaiche would be the blitz speedster, outmaneuvering foes before they’ve even blinked. Watch his games closely – the thrill is contagious.
Quick Facts
- Title: International Master
- Peak Blitz Rating: 2743 (Nov 2024)
- Blitz Win Rate: 51.04% over 11,389 games
- Favorite Openings: Top Secret, Sicilian Defense (Taimanov & Accelerated Dragon Variations), Queen’s Gambit Declined Ragozin
- Longest Winning Streak: 16 games, because why not?
- Current Losing Streak: 1, because everybody has their off day
- Strongest Day to Play: Sunday, with a winning rate above 53%
- Psychological Armor: Less than 2.91% one-sided losses — the IM can’t be crushed easily!
Recent Highlight
Just a few days ago, Anthony took down a top-rated adversary in a Queens Gambit Declined battle full of sharp exchanges and clever ideas, forcing resignation after a relentless assault. The game solidified his reputation as a resilient fighter who prefers to win with style rather than just luck.
Whether he’s dismantling defenses with his powerful bishops or springing tactical traps that would make Houdini proud, Anthony Bellaiche is a name to remember for anyone passionate about the royal game.