Prepare against Constantin Ghinea
Romania · World #124,562 classical · FIDE ID 1214624
When preparing against Constantin Ghinea, expect 1.e4 in 98% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e5 (60% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%).
Our database contains 100 games by Constantin Ghinea, covering Jan 2004 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Constantin Ghinea's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Constantin Ghinea 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 | 1,661 | 1,891 | Apr 2005 |
| Rapid | 1,835 | 1,835 | Jul 2026 |
| Blitz | 1,809 | 1,809 | Jul 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 100 | 30 | 22 | 48 | 30.0% |
| As White | 46 | 18 | 5 | 23 | 39.1% |
| As Black | 54 | 12 | 17 | 25 | 22.2% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Constantin Ghinea's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Constantin Ghinea's side.
First moves as White (46 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 45 | 97.8% | 45.6% |
| d4 | 1 | 2.2% | 0.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 98% of White games, 45.6% score
- …e5 (38% of these games) — Ghinea usually continues Nf3 (46.2% score)
- …c5 (36% of these games) — Ghinea usually continues Nf3 (50.0% score)
- …c6 (9% of these games) — Ghinea usually continues d4 (100.0% score)
- 1.d4 — 2% of White games, 0.0% score
- …d5 (100% of these games) — Ghinea usually continues c4 (0.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (42 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e5 | 25 | 59.5% | 38.0% |
| d6 | 8 | 19.0% | 43.8% |
| d5 | 5 | 11.9% | 50.0% |
| e6 | 3 | 7.1% | 16.7% |
| g6 | 1 | 2.4% | 50.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (6 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 6 | 100.0% | 25.0% |
Constantin Ghinea's chess games
All 100 games by Constantin Ghinea in the Chess.ceo database (Jan 2004 - Jul 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: 30 wins, 22 draws, 48 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C77 | Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense | 4 | 1/0/3 | 25.0% |
| B80 | Sicilian | 4 | 1/1/2 | 25.0% |
| B07 | Pirc Defense | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| B86 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 3 | 0/0/3 | 0.0% |
| C57 | Italian Game: Two Knights Defense | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| C51 | Italian Game: Evans Gambit | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| C00 | French Defense | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| B03 | Alekhine Defense | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| B11 | Caro-Kann: Two Knights Variation | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| C55 | Italian Game | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C71 | Ruy Lopez: Steinitz Defense Deferred | 7 | 0/4/3 | 0.0% |
| B07 | Pirc Defense | 7 | 1/3/3 | 14.3% |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Modern Variation | 4 | 2/1/1 | 50.0% |
| C90 | Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| E90 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| A15 | English Opening | 3 | 0/1/2 | 0.0% |
| C68 | Ruy Lopez: Exchange | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| E60 | Indian Defense | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| C54 | Italian Game: Classical Variation | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| C57 | Italian Game: Two Knights Defense | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2009 | Gabriel Georgescu | 2,203 | 12th Miercurea Ciuc Banc Post Open | B45 |
| Aug 2006 | Marian Romulus Voicu | 2,167 | 9th Miercurea Ciuc Banc Post Open | C57 |
| Aug 2003 | Cristinel Sorbun | 2,110 | Miercurea Ciuc Banc Post B | C24 |
| Aug 2018 | Daniel-Cristian Padurean | 1,992 | 21st Miercurea Ciuc Bancpost Open | B02 |
| Aug 2010 | Gheorghe Andrei | 1,909 | 13th Miercurea Ciuc Banc Post Open | B06 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miercurea Ciuc Banc Post B | 2003 | 11 | 4 | 1,995 |
| Miercurea Ciuc-C 7th | 2004 | 11 | 6.5 | 2,121 |
| 13th Miercurea Ciuc Banc Post Open | 2010 | 9 | 4.5 | 1,789 |
| 20th Miercurea Ciuc Bancpost Open | 2017 | 9 | 3.5 | 1,622 |
| 11th Miercurea Ciuc Banc Post Open | 2008 | 9 | 3.5 | 1,837 |
| 9th Miercurea Ciuc Banc Post Open | 2006 | 9 | 5 | 2,051 |
| 12th Miercurea Ciuc Banc Post Open | 2009 | 9 | 4.5 | 1,988 |
| 10th Miercurea Ciuc Banc Post Open | 2007 | 9 | 3.5 | 1,188 |
Interactive opening tree from all 100 games, weak-spot detection and engine analysis.
Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Constantin Ghinea's chess games?
100 games by Constantin Ghinea, from Jan 2004 to Jul 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 Constantin Ghinea has played.
What does Constantin Ghinea play on the first move as White?
Across 46 games with White in our database, Constantin Ghinea opens with 1.e4 (98% of games), 1.d4 (2% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Constantin Ghinea answers 1...e5 (60% of games), 1...d6 (19% of games), 1...d5 (12% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Constantin Ghinea play as White?
As White, Constantin Ghinea's most-played openings in our database are: Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense (4 games, 25.0% win rate); Sicilian (4 games, 25.0% win rate); Pirc Defense (3 games, 33.3% win rate). The full breakdown of 46 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Constantin Ghinea play as Black?
As Black, Constantin Ghinea most often plays: Ruy Lopez: Steinitz Defense Deferred (7 games, 0.0% win rate); Pirc Defense (7 games, 14.3% win rate); Scandinavian Defense: Modern Variation (4 games, 50.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 54 games.
What is Constantin Ghinea's FIDE rating?
Constantin Ghinea is currently rated 1,661 in classical chess, 1,835 in rapid and 1,809 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 1,891 (Apr 2005).
How many games has Constantin Ghinea played?
Our database contains 100 games by Constantin Ghinea, covering Jan 2004 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 30 wins, 22 draws, 48 losses (30.0% win rate).
How do I prepare against Constantin Ghinea?
100 games by Constantin Ghinea 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.