Prepare against Hans Haagen Larsen
DNK · World #121,574 classical · FIDE ID 1409557
When preparing against Hans Haagen Larsen, expect 1.d4 in 62% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e6 (97% of games); against 1.d4, 1...d6 (69%). Lowest win rate among frequent openings: French: Tarrasch Variation as Black, 13.3% over 15 games.
Our database contains 307 games by Hans Haagen Larsen, covering Apr 2004 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Hans Haagen Larsen's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Hans Haagen Larsen 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 | 1,669 | 1,905 | Jul 2004 |
| Rapid | 1,801 | 1,844 | Sep 2024 |
| Blitz | 1,737 | 1,758 | Apr 2024 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 307 | 107 | 33 | 167 | 34.9% |
| As White | 156 | 58 | 14 | 84 | 37.2% |
| As Black | 151 | 49 | 19 | 83 | 32.5% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Hans Haagen Larsen's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Hans Haagen Larsen's side.
First moves as White (156 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 96 | 61.5% | 43.2% |
| e4 | 37 | 23.7% | 45.9% |
| b4 | 20 | 12.8% | 27.5% |
| c4 | 2 | 1.3% | 50.0% |
| Nf3 | 1 | 0.6% | 0.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 62% of White games, 43.2% score
- …Nf6 (42% of these games) — Larsen usually continues Bf4 (36.0% score)
- …d5 (40% of these games) — Larsen usually continues Bf4 (53.8% score)
- …d6 (5% of these games) — Larsen usually continues Bf4 (50.0% score)
- 1.e4 — 24% of White games, 45.9% score
- …c5 (38% of these games) — Larsen usually continues d4 (35.7% score)
- …e6 (22% of these games) — Larsen usually continues d4 (68.8% score)
- …c6 (14% of these games) — Larsen usually continues d4 (0.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (72 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e6 | 70 | 97.2% | 40.0% |
| d6 | 2 | 2.8% | 50.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (52 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d6 | 36 | 69.2% | 43.1% |
| g6 | 9 | 17.3% | 44.4% |
| Nf6 | 3 | 5.8% | 0.0% |
| d5 | 3 | 5.8% | 0.0% |
| c5 | 1 | 1.9% | 50.0% |
Hans Haagen Larsen's chess games
All 307 games by Hans Haagen Larsen in the Chess.ceo database (Apr 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: 107 wins, 33 draws, 167 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D02 | London System | 49 | 21/5/23 | 42.9% |
| A48 | Indian Defense | 20 | 6/2/12 | 30.0% |
| A00 | Orangutan opening | 20 | 5/1/14 | 25.0% |
| D02 | Queen's Pawn Game | 12 | 3/2/7 | 25.0% |
| B21 | Sicilian: Smith-Morra Gambit | 7 | 2/1/4 | 28.6% |
| A41 | Rat Defense | 5 | 3/0/2 | 60.0% |
| B13 | Caro-Kann: Exchange Variation | 4 | 0/0/4 | 0.0% |
| B07 | Pirc Defense | 4 | 2/0/2 | 50.0% |
| A80 | Dutch Defense | 4 | 2/0/2 | 50.0% |
| C02 | French: Advance Variation | 4 | 3/0/1 | 75.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C02 | French: Advance Variation | 16 | 9/0/7 | 56.3% |
| A41 | Rat Defense | 15 | 4/2/9 | 26.7% |
| C07 | French: Tarrasch Variation | 15 | 2/3/10 | 13.3% |
| C18 | French: Winawer Variation | 15 | 5/3/7 | 33.3% |
| A41 | Modern Defense | 15 | 5/1/9 | 33.3% |
| B06 | Pirc Defense | 15 | 6/1/8 | 40.0% |
| C01 | French: Exchange Variation | 9 | 5/0/4 | 55.6% |
| C00 | King's Indian Attack | 8 | 0/1/7 | 0.0% |
| C00 | French Defense | 7 | 3/1/3 | 42.9% |
| A41 | Réti Opening | 7 | 2/1/4 | 28.6% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2004 | Jorgen Juul Kristensen | 2,264 | 19th North Sea Cup | C50 |
| Jul 1997 | Stephen Mulligan | 2,220 | 19th Politiken Cup | B02 |
| Jul 2004 | Christian Sylvester Christensen | 2,120 | 19th North Sea Cup | C02 |
| Feb 2004 | Daniel Andersen | 2,053 | Copenhagen AS04 Centenary | A26 |
| Aug 2011 | Luca Radice | 2,021 | 33rd Politiken Cup | A80 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helsingor Xtracon Open | 2019 | 40 | 17 | 1,708 |
| ch-Amager | 2015 | 27 | 12.5 | 1,488 |
| Copenhagen Challenge | 2013 | 15 | 4.5 | 1,714 |
| 35th Politiken Cup | 2013 | 14 | 4.5 | 1,697 |
| 36th Politiken Cup | 2014 | 10 | 3 | 1,790 |
| 34th Politiken Cup | 2012 | 10 | 3.5 | 1,761 |
| 33rd Politiken Cup | 2011 | 10 | 4 | 1,802 |
| 32nd Politiken Cup | 2010 | 10 | 3 | 1,819 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Hans Haagen Larsen's chess games?
307 games by Hans Haagen Larsen, from Apr 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 Hans Haagen Larsen has played.
What does Hans Haagen Larsen play on the first move as White?
Across 156 games with White in our database, Hans Haagen Larsen opens with 1.d4 (62% of games), 1.e4 (24% of games), 1.b4 (13% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Hans Haagen Larsen answers 1...e6 (97% of games), 1...d6 (3% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...d6 (69% of games), 1...g6 (17% of games), 1...Nf6 (6% of games).
What openings does Hans Haagen Larsen play as White?
As White, Hans Haagen Larsen's most-played openings in our database are: London System (49 games, 42.9% win rate); Indian Defense (20 games, 30.0% win rate); Orangutan opening (20 games, 25.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 156 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Hans Haagen Larsen play as Black?
As Black, Hans Haagen Larsen most often plays: French: Advance Variation (16 games, 56.3% win rate); Rat Defense (15 games, 26.7% win rate); French: Tarrasch Variation (15 games, 13.3% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 151 games.
What is Hans Haagen Larsen's FIDE rating?
Hans Haagen Larsen is currently rated 1,669 in classical chess, 1,801 in rapid and 1,737 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 1,905 (Jul 2004).
How many games has Hans Haagen Larsen played?
Our database contains 307 games by Hans Haagen Larsen, covering Apr 2004 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 107 wins, 33 draws, 167 losses (34.9% win rate).
How do I prepare against Hans Haagen Larsen?
307 games by Hans Haagen Larsen 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.