Prepare against Frantisek Sulc
Czechia · World #97,406 classical · FIDE ID 338583
When preparing against Frantisek Sulc, expect 1.c4 in 88% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e6 (80% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%).
Our database contains 35 games by Frantisek Sulc, covering Apr 2013 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Frantisek Sulc's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Frantisek Sulc 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 | 1,737 | 1,789 | Dec 2015 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 35 | 8 | 9 | 18 | 22.9% |
| As White | 17 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 17.6% |
| As Black | 18 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 27.8% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Frantisek Sulc's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Frantisek Sulc's side.
First moves as White (17 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c4 | 15 | 88.2% | 30.0% |
| d4 | 2 | 11.8% | 50.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.c4 — 88% of White games, 30.0% score
- …Nf6 (47% of these games) — Sulc usually continues Nc3 (21.4% score)
- …c5 (20% of these games) — Sulc usually continues Nc3 (16.7% score)
- …e6 (13% of these games) — Sulc usually continues Nc3 (25.0% score)
- 1.d4 — 12% of White games, 50.0% score
- …Nf6 (50% of these games) — Sulc usually continues Bg5 (50.0% score)
- …d5 (50% of these games) — Sulc usually continues c4 (50.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (10 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e6 | 8 | 80.0% | 50.0% |
| c5 | 2 | 20.0% | 25.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (4 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 4 | 100.0% | 12.5% |
Frantisek Sulc's chess games
All 35 games by Frantisek Sulc in the Chess.ceo database (Apr 2013 - 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: 8 wins, 9 draws, 18 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A38 | English Opening | 7 | 0/1/6 | 0.0% |
| E87 | King's Indian: Sämisch | 4 | 2/0/2 | 50.0% |
| A28 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| A45 | Trompowsky Attack | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| A31 | English Opening: Symmetrical | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| A18 | English Opening: Mikenas Variation | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| D50 | Indian Defense | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01 | French: Exchange Variation | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| C02 | French: Advance Variation | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| A58 | Benoni Defense | 3 | 0/0/3 | 0.0% |
| A38 | English Opening | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| A21 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C00 | French Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C18 | French: Winawer Variation | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| C02 | Sicilian | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decin Open B | 1998 | 14 | 6 | – |
| Decin Open | 1997 | 9 | 4 | 2,253 |
| Louny Open | 2004 | 6 | 2 | 2,020 |
| chT2B-CZE 1314 | 2014 | 3 | 0.5 | 1,689 |
| chT2b-CZE 0607 | 2007 | 2 | 0 | 1,714 |
| chT2-CZE 0304 | 2003 | 1 | 0 | – |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Frantisek Sulc's chess games?
35 games by Frantisek Sulc, from Apr 2013 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 Frantisek Sulc has played.
What does Frantisek Sulc play on the first move as White?
Across 17 games with White in our database, Frantisek Sulc opens with 1.c4 (88% of games), 1.d4 (12% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Frantisek Sulc answers 1...e6 (80% of games), 1...c5 (20% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Frantisek Sulc play as White?
As White, Frantisek Sulc's most-played openings in our database are: English Opening (7 games, 0.0% win rate); King's Indian: Sämisch (4 games, 50.0% win rate); English Opening: Reverse Sicilian (2 games, 50.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 17 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Frantisek Sulc play as Black?
As Black, Frantisek Sulc most often plays: French: Exchange Variation (3 games, 33.3% win rate); French: Advance Variation (3 games, 33.3% win rate); Benoni Defense (3 games, 0.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 18 games.
What is Frantisek Sulc's FIDE rating?
Frantisek Sulc is currently rated 1,737 in classical chess. Peak classical rating: 1,789 (Dec 2015).
How many games has Frantisek Sulc played?
Our database contains 35 games by Frantisek Sulc, covering Apr 2013 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 8 wins, 9 draws, 18 losses (22.9% win rate).
How do I prepare against Frantisek Sulc?
35 games by Frantisek Sulc 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.