Prepare against Arseny Kleschevnikov
CM · FIDE · World #3,374 classical · FIDE ID 55677282
When preparing against Arseny Kleschevnikov, expect 1.d4 in 96% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (94% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (52%). Lowest win rate among frequent openings: Sicilian: Najdorf as Black, 44.4% over 27 games.
Our database contains 189 games by Arseny Kleschevnikov, covering May 2021 to Sep 2026. Below you'll find Arseny Kleschevnikov's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Arseny Kleschevnikov before a game. You can open the same data in the free interactive preparation workstation, which builds a move-by-move opening tree from every game.
Ratings
| Time control | Current | Peak | Peak date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 2,325 | 2,325 | Sep 2026 |
| Rapid | 2,227 | 2,227 | Sep 2026 |
| Blitz | 2,152 | 2,152 | Sep 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 189 | 89 | 52 | 47 | 47.1% |
| As White | 94 | 55 | 17 | 22 | 58.5% |
| As Black | 95 | 34 | 35 | 25 | 35.8% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Arseny Kleschevnikov's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Arseny Kleschevnikov's side.
First moves as White (94 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 90 | 95.7% | 66.7% |
| Nf3 | 2 | 2.1% | 75.0% |
| e4 | 1 | 1.1% | 100.0% |
| c4 | 1 | 1.1% | 100.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 96% of White games, 66.7% score
- …Nf6 (59% of these games) — Kleschevnikov usually continues c4 (63.2% score)
- …d5 (28% of these games) — Kleschevnikov usually continues c4 (64.0% score)
- …e6 (4% of these games) — Kleschevnikov usually continues c4 (62.5% score)
- 1.Nf3 — 2% of White games, 75.0% score
- …g6 (50% of these games) — Kleschevnikov usually continues d4 (100.0% score)
- …d5 (50% of these games) — Kleschevnikov usually continues e3 (50.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (47 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 44 | 93.6% | 55.7% |
| e6 | 3 | 6.4% | 33.3% |
As Black against 1.d4 (23 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 12 | 52.2% | 45.8% |
| d5 | 11 | 47.8% | 59.1% |
Arseny Kleschevnikov's chess games
All 189 games by Arseny Kleschevnikov in the Chess.ceo database (May 2021 - Sep 2026) are free to browse, search and replay: filter by opening, opponent, event or date on the player page, or step through any game on the analysis board. Record: 89 wins, 52 draws, 47 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D35 | Indian Defense | 19 | 12/2/5 | 63.2% |
| E48 | Nimzo-Indian: Rubinstein System | 12 | 5/4/3 | 41.7% |
| E20 | Nimzo-Indian: Kmoch Variation | 12 | 5/5/2 | 41.7% |
| E94 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 7 | 5/1/1 | 71.4% |
| D19 | Slav Defense | 5 | 3/1/1 | 60.0% |
| D31 | Queen's Gambit Declined | 4 | 2/2/0 | 50.0% |
| A61 | Benoni Defense | 4 | 2/0/2 | 50.0% |
| D90 | Grünfeld Defense | 3 | 3/0/0 | 100.0% |
| E71 | King's Indian Defense | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| D31 | Queen's Gambit Declined: Orthodox Defense | 3 | 0/1/2 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B90 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 27 | 12/8/7 | 44.4% |
| A07 | Réti Opening | 7 | 3/2/2 | 42.9% |
| B51 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | 7 | 2/5/0 | 28.6% |
| D31 | Semi-Slav Defense | 6 | 3/2/1 | 50.0% |
| E04 | Catalan | 6 | 0/4/2 | 0.0% |
| D44 | Slav Defense | 4 | 2/2/0 | 50.0% |
| B50 | Sicilian | 4 | 1/3/0 | 25.0% |
| A17 | English Opening | 4 | 2/0/1 | 50.0% |
| D02 | London System | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| E21 | Nimzo-Indian Defense | 3 | 0/3/0 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2024 | Vadim Zvjaginsev | 2,540 | Chigorin Memorial 2024 | B49 |
| Aug 2026 | Maksim Volkov | 2,440 | Korchnoi Mem Open 2026 | E32 |
| Aug 2026 | Mihail Nikitenko | 2,415 | Botvinnik Cup 2026 | E47 |
| Aug 2026 | Jaloliddin Ilkhomi | 2,391 | Botvinnik Cup 2026 | E24 |
| Nov 2025 | Arseniy Shturman | 2,388 | Dubna IM | A40 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titled Tuesday | 2026 | 33 | 13 | 2,113 |
| Wch U10 | 2023 | 16 | 11 | 1,770 |
| World Youth Open U14 2026 | 2026 | 11 | 7 | 2,377 |
| World Cadets U12 2024 | 2024 | 11 | 6 | 2,113 |
| World Cadets U12 2025 | 2025 | 10 | 7.5 | 2,159 |
| Russian Chess Crown A | 2026 | 10 | 5 | 2,199 |
| Serbia Open 2026 | 2026 | 9 | 5 | 2,322 |
| Korchnoi Mem Open 2026 | 2026 | 9 | 7 | 2,362 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Arseny Kleschevnikov's chess games?
189 games by Arseny Kleschevnikov, from May 2021 to Sep 2026, are free to browse and replay move by move — no signup needed. The preparation view groups them into an opening tree showing every line Arseny Kleschevnikov has played.
What does Arseny Kleschevnikov play on the first move as White?
Across 94 games with White in our database, Arseny Kleschevnikov opens with 1.d4 (96% of games), 1.Nf3 (2% of games), 1.e4 (1% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Arseny Kleschevnikov answers 1...c5 (94% of games), 1...e6 (6% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (52% of games), 1...d5 (48% of games).
What openings does Arseny Kleschevnikov play as White?
As White, Arseny Kleschevnikov's most-played openings in our database are: Indian Defense (19 games, 63.2% win rate); Nimzo-Indian: Rubinstein System (12 games, 41.7% win rate); Nimzo-Indian: Kmoch Variation (12 games, 41.7% win rate). The full breakdown of 94 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Arseny Kleschevnikov play as Black?
As Black, Arseny Kleschevnikov most often plays: Sicilian: Najdorf (27 games, 44.4% win rate); Réti Opening (7 games, 42.9% win rate); Sicilian: Moscow Variation (7 games, 28.6% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 95 games.
What is Arseny Kleschevnikov's FIDE rating?
Arseny Kleschevnikov is currently rated 2,325 in classical chess, 2,227 in rapid and 2,152 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,325 (Sep 2026).
How many games has Arseny Kleschevnikov played?
Our database contains 189 games by Arseny Kleschevnikov, covering May 2021 to Sep 2026. Overall record: 89 wins, 52 draws, 47 losses (47.1% win rate).
How do I prepare against Arseny Kleschevnikov?
189 games by Arseny Kleschevnikov reveal their opening repertoire, most-played lines, and the variations where they score worst — the raw material for targeted preparation. The interactive opening tree lets you walk every line to any depth.