Prepare against Cagatay Burcu
FM · Türkiye · World #5,153 classical · FIDE ID 6310630
When preparing against Cagatay Burcu, expect 1.d4 in 95% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e6 (64% of games); against 1.d4, 1...d5 (71%). Lowest win rate among frequent openings: French: Tarrasch Variation as Black, 20.8% over 24 games.
Our database contains 405 games by Cagatay Burcu, covering Apr 2009 to Aug 2026. Below you'll find Cagatay Burcu's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Cagatay Burcu 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 | 2,269 | 2,374 | Jul 2023 |
| Rapid | 2,231 | 2,231 | Aug 2026 |
| Blitz | 2,125 | 2,231 | Jul 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 405 | 160 | 113 | 132 | 39.5% |
| As White | 205 | 84 | 60 | 61 | 41.0% |
| As Black | 200 | 76 | 53 | 71 | 38.0% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Cagatay Burcu's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Cagatay Burcu's side.
First moves as White (205 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 194 | 94.6% | 55.9% |
| e4 | 7 | 3.4% | 57.1% |
| Nf3 | 3 | 1.5% | 16.7% |
| b3 | 1 | 0.5% | 100.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 95% of White games, 55.9% score
- …Nf6 (61% of these games) — Burcu usually continues Nf3 (50.9% score)
- …d5 (24% of these games) — Burcu usually continues c4 (60.7% score)
- …g6 (4% of these games) — Burcu usually continues Nf3 (25.0% score)
- 1.e4 — 3% of White games, 57.1% score
- …c6 (43% of these games) — Burcu usually continues Nc3 (50.0% score)
- …c5 (29% of these games) — Burcu usually continues Nf3 (75.0% score)
- …e5 (14% of these games) — Burcu usually continues Nf3 (0.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (100 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e6 | 64 | 64.0% | 50.0% |
| d6 | 13 | 13.0% | 69.2% |
| c6 | 10 | 10.0% | 35.0% |
| Nf6 | 7 | 7.0% | 42.9% |
| c5 | 6 | 6.0% | 50.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (59 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d5 | 42 | 71.2% | 53.6% |
| Nf6 | 15 | 25.4% | 60.0% |
| f5 | 1 | 1.7% | 100.0% |
| e6 | 1 | 1.7% | 0.0% |
Cagatay Burcu's chess games
All 405 games by Cagatay Burcu in the Chess.ceo database (Apr 2009 - Aug 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: 160 wins, 113 draws, 132 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E62 | Indian Defense | 42 | 18/12/12 | 42.9% |
| D02 | London System | 34 | 15/14/5 | 44.1% |
| D43 | Slav Defense | 16 | 7/4/5 | 43.8% |
| A44 | Benoni Defense | 9 | 4/1/4 | 44.4% |
| E01 | Catalan | 7 | 5/1/1 | 71.4% |
| E15 | Queen's Indian Defense | 7 | 3/3/1 | 42.9% |
| B07 | King's Indian Defense | 7 | 2/3/2 | 28.6% |
| D02 | Queen's Pawn Game | 7 | 2/2/3 | 28.6% |
| A41 | Modern Defense | 6 | 0/1/5 | 0.0% |
| E89 | King's Indian: Sämisch | 6 | 3/3/0 | 50.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D52 | Slav Defense | 32 | 11/9/12 | 34.4% |
| C06 | French: Tarrasch Variation | 24 | 5/9/10 | 20.8% |
| B07 | Pirc Defense | 12 | 8/1/3 | 66.7% |
| C01 | French: Exchange Variation | 11 | 6/3/2 | 54.5% |
| A11 | English Opening: Slav Setup | 9 | 3/2/4 | 33.3% |
| A36 | English Opening: Symmetrical | 8 | 3/2/3 | 37.5% |
| C11 | French: Classical Variation | 7 | 1/2/4 | 14.3% |
| B03 | Alekhine Defense | 7 | 2/2/3 | 28.6% |
| C00 | French Defense | 6 | 3/1/2 | 50.0% |
| C00 | King's Indian Attack | 6 | 4/1/1 | 66.7% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2021 | Ivan Ivanisevic | 2,606 | Titled Tue | A62 |
| Apr 2019 | Vitaly Kunin | 2,520 | Karlsruhe Grenke Open | D46 |
| Mar 2023 | Athanasios Mastrovasilis | 2,518 | 23rd ch-EU | A48 |
| Nov 2021 | Alex Yermolinsky | 2,490 | Novi Sad TS Mix 225th | D12 |
| Aug 2015 | Burak Firat | 2,470 | chT-TUR | D78 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| chT-TUR | 2017 | 47 | 27 | 2,206 |
| ch-TUR | 2013 | 30 | 19 | 2,062 |
| Manavgat Turkey Cup | 2016 | 22 | 15.5 | 2,008 |
| chT-TUR 1st League | 2025 | 18 | 10 | 2,179 |
| TUR-chT 2nd League | 2023 | 17 | 9.5 | 2,139 |
| Titled Tuesday | 2022 | 17 | 11 | 2,521 |
| Palic Karadzic Memorial Open | 2017 | 15 | 8.5 | 2,253 |
| Skopje Karposh Open | 2016 | 14 | 7.5 | 2,194 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Cagatay Burcu's chess games?
405 games by Cagatay Burcu, from Apr 2009 to Aug 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 Cagatay Burcu has played.
What does Cagatay Burcu play on the first move as White?
Across 205 games with White in our database, Cagatay Burcu opens with 1.d4 (95% of games), 1.e4 (3% of games), 1.Nf3 (1% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Cagatay Burcu answers 1...e6 (64% of games), 1...d6 (13% of games), 1...c6 (10% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...d5 (71% of games), 1...Nf6 (25% of games), 1...f5 (2% of games).
What openings does Cagatay Burcu play as White?
As White, Cagatay Burcu's most-played openings in our database are: Indian Defense (42 games, 42.9% win rate); London System (34 games, 44.1% win rate); Slav Defense (16 games, 43.8% win rate). The full breakdown of 205 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Cagatay Burcu play as Black?
As Black, Cagatay Burcu most often plays: Slav Defense (32 games, 34.4% win rate); French: Tarrasch Variation (24 games, 20.8% win rate); Pirc Defense (12 games, 66.7% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 200 games.
What is Cagatay Burcu's FIDE rating?
Cagatay Burcu is currently rated 2,269 in classical chess, 2,231 in rapid and 2,125 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,374 (Jul 2023).
How many games has Cagatay Burcu played?
Our database contains 405 games by Cagatay Burcu, covering Apr 2009 to Aug 2026. Overall record: 160 wins, 113 draws, 132 losses (39.5% win rate).
How do I prepare against Cagatay Burcu?
405 games by Cagatay Burcu 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.