Prepare against Dmitriy Ignatov
DEU · World #59,266 classical · FIDE ID 12927872
When preparing against Dmitriy Ignatov, expect 1.e4 in 100% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c6 (100% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%).
Our database contains 35 games by Dmitriy Ignatov, covering May 2013 to Oct 2026. Below you'll find Dmitriy Ignatov's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Dmitriy Ignatov 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 | 1,859 | 1,859 | Oct 2026 |
| Blitz | 1,829 | 1,830 | Mar 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 35 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 31.4% |
| As White | 20 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 40.0% |
| As Black | 15 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 20.0% |
FIDE rated record
From FIDE's official rated-game ledger (2010-2026): 96 rated games against 94 different opponents, across 18 events in 1 countries. These counts cover FIDE-rated play only, so they differ from the database totals above.
By time control
| Format | Games | W | D | L | Win rate | Avg opp | Perf | Unbeaten |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 79 | 33 | 17 | 29 | 41.8% | 1,797 | 1,769 | 4 |
| Blitz | 17 | 8 | 0 | 9 | 47.1% | 1,689 | 1,639 | 2 |
Against the field
| Opposition | Games | W | D | L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Against higher-rated | 32 | 8 | 6 | 18 | 25.0% |
| Against lower-rated | 25 | 15 | 4 | 6 | 60.0% |
Tournament wins
2 tournament wins from 10 events.
Year by year
| Year | Games | W | D | L | Avg opp | Perf |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 1,680 | 1,930 |
| 2025 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 2,005 | 1,805 |
| 2023 | 17 | 8 | 0 | 9 | 1,689 | 1,639 |
| 2017 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1,836 | 1,703 |
| 2016 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1,772 | 1,692 |
| 2015 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1,831 | 1,911 |
| 2014 | 16 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 1,814 | 1,714 |
| 2013 | 15 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 1,742 | 1,773 |
| 2012 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,894 | 1,494 |
| 2011 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1,852 | 1,692 |
| 2010 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1,840 | 1,440 |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Dmitriy Ignatov's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Dmitriy Ignatov's side.
First moves as White (20 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 20 | 100.0% | 57.5% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 100% of White games, 57.5% score
- …c5 (65% of these games) — Ignatov usually continues Nf3 (50.0% score)
- …e5 (10% of these games) — Ignatov usually continues f4 (100.0% score)
- …d6 (10% of these games) — Ignatov usually continues d4 (100.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (9 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c6 | 9 | 100.0% | 33.3% |
As Black against 1.d4 (3 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 3 | 100.0% | 33.3% |
Dmitriy Ignatov's chess games
All 35 games by Dmitriy Ignatov in the Chess.ceo database (May 2013 - Oct 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: 11 wins, 12 draws, 12 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B22 | Sicilian | 7 | 2/4/1 | 28.6% |
| B81 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| B08 | Pirc Defense | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| C30 | King's Gambit | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B18 | Caro-Kann: Classical | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| C18 | French: Winawer Variation | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| C11 | French: Classical Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B19 | Caro-Kann: Classical | 4 | 1/1/2 | 25.0% |
| B13 | Caro-Kann: Exchange Variation | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| B13 | Caro-Kann | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| A57 | Benoni Defense | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| A30 | Réti Opening: Symmetrical Defense | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| A20 | English Opening | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| E92 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B07 | London System | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2015 | Kenneth Nahnsen | 1,914 | chT-GER U20 | C30 |
| Dec 2013 | Christoph Bauschmann | 1,912 | chT-GER U20 | B22 |
| Dec 2017 | Alexander Shevelko | 1,883 | chT-GER U20 | B09 |
| Dec 2016 | Tobias Hermann | 1,869 | chT-GER U20 | E92 |
| Dec 2015 | Max Altgelt | 1,727 | chT-GER U20 | B26 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| chT-GER U20 | 2017 | 27 | 13 | 1,716 |
| 11th Gernsheim U20 Open | 2013 | 7 | 3.5 | 1,938 |
| chT-GER U16 | 2010 | 1 | 0.5 | 1,321 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Dmitriy Ignatov's chess games?
35 games by Dmitriy Ignatov, from May 2013 to Oct 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 Dmitriy Ignatov has played.
What does Dmitriy Ignatov play on the first move as White?
Across 20 games with White in our database, Dmitriy Ignatov opens with 1.e4 (100% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Dmitriy Ignatov answers 1...c6 (100% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Dmitriy Ignatov play as White?
As White, Dmitriy Ignatov's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian (7 games, 28.6% win rate); Sicilian: Najdorf (3 games, 33.3% win rate); Sicilian: Closed (3 games, 33.3% win rate). The full breakdown of 20 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Dmitriy Ignatov play as Black?
As Black, Dmitriy Ignatov most often plays: Caro-Kann: Classical (4 games, 25.0% win rate); Caro-Kann: Exchange Variation (3 games, 33.3% win rate); Caro-Kann (2 games, 0.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 15 games.
What is Dmitriy Ignatov's FIDE rating?
Dmitriy Ignatov is currently rated 1,859 in classical chess and 1,829 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 1,859 (Oct 2026).
How many games has Dmitriy Ignatov played?
Our database contains 35 games by Dmitriy Ignatov, covering May 2013 to Oct 2026. Overall record: 11 wins, 12 draws, 12 losses (31.4% win rate).
How do I prepare against Dmitriy Ignatov?
35 games by Dmitriy Ignatov 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.