Prepare against Ernesto Ruiz Ureta
Spain · World #74,865 classical · FIDE ID 22229833
When preparing against Ernesto Ruiz Ureta, expect 1.e4 in 59% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (79% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%).
Our database contains 53 games by Ernesto Ruiz Ureta, covering Jul 2007 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Ernesto Ruiz Ureta's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Ernesto Ruiz Ureta 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 | 1,806 | 2,031 | Jul 2007 |
| Rapid | 1,829 | 1,999 | Sep 2021 |
| Blitz | 1,662 | 1,948 | Apr 2022 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 53 | 21 | 7 | 25 | 39.6% |
| As White | 32 | 13 | 4 | 15 | 40.6% |
| As Black | 21 | 8 | 3 | 10 | 38.1% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Ernesto Ruiz Ureta's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Ernesto Ruiz Ureta's side.
First moves as White (32 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 19 | 59.4% | 60.5% |
| d4 | 7 | 21.9% | 14.3% |
| Nf3 | 6 | 18.8% | 41.7% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 59% of White games, 60.5% score
- …c5 (47% of these games) — Ureta usually continues Nf3 (55.6% score)
- …c6 (16% of these games) — Ureta usually continues Nf3 (75.0% score)
- …Nf6 (11% of these games) — Ureta usually continues e5 (100.0% score)
- 1.d4 — 22% of White games, 14.3% score
- …d5 (57% of these games) — Ureta usually continues Nf3 (0.0% score)
- …Nf6 (14% of these games) — Ureta usually continues Nf3 (100.0% score)
- …f5 (14% of these games) — Ureta usually continues Nf3 (0.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (14 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 11 | 78.6% | 40.9% |
| e5 | 3 | 21.4% | 66.7% |
As Black against 1.d4 (5 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 5 | 100.0% | 30.0% |
Ernesto Ruiz Ureta's chess games
All 53 games by Ernesto Ruiz Ureta in the Chess.ceo database (Jul 2007 - 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: 21 wins, 7 draws, 25 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D04 | Colle System | 9 | 2/1/6 | 22.2% |
| B01 | Caro-Kann | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| B04 | Alekhine Defense | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B32 | Sicilian | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| B76 | Sicilian: Dragon | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| B33 | Sicilian: Sveshnikov | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| C11 | French: Classical Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C01 | French Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| D05 | Indian Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| B15 | Modern Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B38 | Sicilian: Accelerated Dragon | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| B22 | Sicilian | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| B22 | Sicilian: Smith-Morra Gambit | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| B38 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| E94 | King's Indian Defense: Petrosian Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| E81 | King's Indian: Sämisch | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C44 | Danish Gambit | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C77 | Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B22 | Sicilian: Alapin | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| B31 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2009 | Alexandre Bangnoi | 2,087 | 8th Benidorm Open U2300 | B77 |
| Jan 2007 | Jean-Marie Durandeau | 1,945 | 6th Benidorm Open U2000 | B33 |
| Jan 2007 | Aaron Bendayan Claros | 1,920 | 6th Benidorm Open U2000 | B01 |
| Jan 2007 | Manuel Alvarez Escudero | 1,920 | 6th Benidorm Open U2000 | C77 |
| Jan 2007 | Alex Tonus | 1,910 | 6th Benidorm Open U2000 | B99 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd Gran Canaria Online Blitz | 2022 | 12 | 4.5 | 1,646 |
| 3rd Gran Canaria Online Blitz | 2022 | 9 | 3.5 | 1,539 |
| 6th Benidorm Open U2000 | 2007 | 8 | 5 | 2,013 |
| 2nd Zujar Villa Termal Blitz | 2020 | 7 | 3.5 | 1,701 |
| Benidorm Open B | 2022 | 5 | 2.5 | 1,761 |
| 7th Benidorm Open U2000 | 2008 | 5 | 3.5 | 2,063 |
| ch-ESP Seniors 65 | 2021 | 3 | 1 | 1,669 |
| 21st Benidorm Open | 2008 | 1 | 0 | 2,165 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Ernesto Ruiz Ureta's chess games?
53 games by Ernesto Ruiz Ureta, from Jul 2007 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 Ernesto Ruiz Ureta has played.
What does Ernesto Ruiz Ureta play on the first move as White?
Across 32 games with White in our database, Ernesto Ruiz Ureta opens with 1.e4 (59% of games), 1.d4 (22% of games), 1.Nf3 (19% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Ernesto Ruiz Ureta answers 1...c5 (79% of games), 1...e5 (21% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Ernesto Ruiz Ureta play as White?
As White, Ernesto Ruiz Ureta's most-played openings in our database are: Colle System (9 games, 22.2% win rate); Caro-Kann (2 games, 50.0% win rate); Alekhine Defense (2 games, 100.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 32 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Ernesto Ruiz Ureta play as Black?
As Black, Ernesto Ruiz Ureta most often plays: Sicilian: Accelerated Dragon (3 games, 33.3% win rate); Sicilian (3 games, 33.3% win rate); Sicilian: Smith-Morra Gambit (3 games, 66.7% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 21 games.
What is Ernesto Ruiz Ureta's FIDE rating?
Ernesto Ruiz Ureta is currently rated 1,806 in classical chess, 1,829 in rapid and 1,662 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,031 (Jul 2007).
How many games has Ernesto Ruiz Ureta played?
Our database contains 53 games by Ernesto Ruiz Ureta, covering Jul 2007 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 21 wins, 7 draws, 25 losses (39.6% win rate).
How do I prepare against Ernesto Ruiz Ureta?
53 games by Ernesto Ruiz Ureta 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.