Prepare against Felix Nordstrom
FM · Sweden · World #40,253 classical · FIDE ID 1701509
When preparing against Felix Nordstrom, expect 1.d4 in 72% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (49% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (57%). Lowest win rate among frequent openings: French: Tarrasch Variation as Black, 5.9% over 17 games.
Our database contains 605 games by Felix Nordstrom, covering Apr 2003 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Felix Nordstrom's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Felix Nordstrom 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 | 1,934 | 2,213 | Jul 2008 |
| Rapid | 2,017 | 2,128 | Aug 2019 |
| Blitz | 1,806 | 2,109 | Aug 2013 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 605 | 146 | 254 | 205 | 24.1% |
| As White | 303 | 92 | 123 | 88 | 30.4% |
| As Black | 302 | 54 | 131 | 117 | 17.9% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Felix Nordstrom's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Felix Nordstrom's side.
First moves as White (303 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 217 | 71.6% | 46.8% |
| e4 | 74 | 24.4% | 58.8% |
| c4 | 11 | 3.6% | 72.7% |
| Nf3 | 1 | 0.3% | 50.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 72% of White games, 46.8% score
- …Nf6 (63% of these games) — Nordstrom usually continues c4 (48.9% score)
- …d5 (17% of these games) — Nordstrom usually continues c4 (50.0% score)
- …e6 (6% of these games) — Nordstrom usually continues c4 (53.8% score)
- 1.e4 — 24% of White games, 58.8% score
- …c5 (46% of these games) — Nordstrom usually continues Nf3 (48.0% score)
- …e5 (27% of these games) — Nordstrom usually continues Nf3 (70.8% score)
- …e6 (12% of these games) — Nordstrom usually continues d4 (72.2% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (156 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 76 | 48.7% | 44.7% |
| e6 | 43 | 27.6% | 26.7% |
| e5 | 14 | 9.0% | 35.7% |
| c6 | 14 | 9.0% | 21.4% |
| Nf6 | 8 | 5.1% | 43.8% |
| d6 | 1 | 0.6% | 50.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (82 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 47 | 57.3% | 47.9% |
| d5 | 35 | 42.7% | 32.9% |
Felix Nordstrom's chess games
All 605 games by Felix Nordstrom in the Chess.ceo database (Apr 2003 - 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: 146 wins, 254 draws, 205 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E32 | Nimzo-Indian: Classical Variation | 36 | 7/18/11 | 19.4% |
| E81 | King's Indian: Sämisch | 30 | 8/9/13 | 26.7% |
| D95 | Grünfeld Defense | 20 | 8/8/4 | 40.0% |
| B41 | Sicilian | 18 | 5/6/7 | 27.8% |
| D17 | Slav Defense | 18 | 2/9/7 | 11.1% |
| A55 | Indian Defense | 17 | 6/9/2 | 35.3% |
| B38 | English Opening | 16 | 7/4/5 | 43.8% |
| A59 | Benoni Defense | 15 | 3/5/7 | 20.0% |
| A81 | Dutch Defense | 12 | 3/3/6 | 25.0% |
| D55 | Queen's Gambit Declined | 12 | 4/7/1 | 33.3% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B42 | Sicilian | 46 | 10/14/22 | 21.7% |
| D69 | Indian Defense | 25 | 4/11/10 | 16.0% |
| D46 | Slav Defense | 20 | 2/12/6 | 10.0% |
| C07 | French: Tarrasch Variation | 17 | 1/7/9 | 5.9% |
| A07 | Réti Opening | 13 | 3/6/4 | 23.1% |
| E08 | Catalan | 13 | 1/9/3 | 7.7% |
| B84 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 13 | 6/3/4 | 46.2% |
| D11 | Queen's Pawn Game | 10 | 1/5/4 | 10.0% |
| C10 | French Defense | 10 | 2/4/4 | 20.0% |
| C11 | French: Classical Variation | 9 | 1/2/6 | 11.1% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2005 | Arnaud Hauchard | 2,483 | Gausdal Byggern Masters | B22 |
| Dec 1983 | Haukur Angantysson | 2,395 | Rilton Cup 13 1983/84 | D22 |
| Jan 1985 | Robert Bator | 2,380 | 14th Rilton Cup 1984/85 | E38 |
| Nov 2008 | Eduard Bakhmatov | 2,370 | 18th Wch Seniors | B41 |
| Nov 2007 | Heiko Kummerow | 2,350 | 11th chI-Bayern Bank Hofmann | C17 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ch-SWE | 1981 | 73 | 36.5 | 2,266 |
| chB-SWE | 1995 | 27 | 12 | 2,239 |
| WchT Seniors 65 | 2020 | 27 | 13.5 | 2,138 |
| ch-SWE Seniors | 2011 | 18 | 7.5 | 2,111 |
| chT-EU Seniors | 2014 | 15 | 6.5 | 2,096 |
| Helsingborg-A | 1991 | 15 | 7.5 | 2,257 |
| ch-SWE qualB | 1997 | 13 | 4 | 2,087 |
| ch-SWE masters | 2001 | 13 | 4.5 | 2,138 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Felix Nordstrom's chess games?
605 games by Felix Nordstrom, from Apr 2003 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 Felix Nordstrom has played.
What does Felix Nordstrom play on the first move as White?
Across 303 games with White in our database, Felix Nordstrom opens with 1.d4 (72% of games), 1.e4 (24% of games), 1.c4 (4% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Felix Nordstrom answers 1...c5 (49% of games), 1...e6 (28% of games), 1...e5 (9% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (57% of games), 1...d5 (43% of games).
What openings does Felix Nordstrom play as White?
As White, Felix Nordstrom's most-played openings in our database are: Nimzo-Indian: Classical Variation (36 games, 19.4% win rate); King's Indian: Sämisch (30 games, 26.7% win rate); Grünfeld Defense (20 games, 40.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 303 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Felix Nordstrom play as Black?
As Black, Felix Nordstrom most often plays: Sicilian (46 games, 21.7% win rate); Indian Defense (25 games, 16.0% win rate); Slav Defense (20 games, 10.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 302 games.
What is Felix Nordstrom's FIDE rating?
Felix Nordstrom is currently rated 1,934 in classical chess, 2,017 in rapid and 1,806 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,213 (Jul 2008).
How many games has Felix Nordstrom played?
Our database contains 605 games by Felix Nordstrom, covering Apr 2003 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 146 wins, 254 draws, 205 losses (24.1% win rate).
How do I prepare against Felix Nordstrom?
605 games by Felix Nordstrom 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.