Prepare against Heinz Ernst
CHE · World #61,210 classical · FIDE ID 1303295
When preparing against Heinz Ernst, expect 1.d4 in 100% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c6 (67% of games); against 1.d4, 1...d5 (100%).
Our database contains 163 games by Heinz Ernst, covering Apr 2003 to Aug 2026. Below you'll find Heinz Ernst's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Heinz Ernst 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 | 1,851 | 2,106 | Jul 2003 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 163 | 60 | 42 | 61 | 36.8% |
| As White | 80 | 37 | 18 | 25 | 46.3% |
| As Black | 83 | 23 | 24 | 36 | 27.7% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Heinz Ernst's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Heinz Ernst's side.
First moves as White (80 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 80 | 100.0% | 57.5% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 100% of White games, 57.5% score
- …Nf6 (45% of these games) — Ernst usually continues c4 (61.1% score)
- …d5 (39% of these games) — Ernst usually continues c4 (58.1% score)
- …e6 (8% of these games) — Ernst usually continues c4 (66.7% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (33 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c6 | 22 | 66.7% | 31.8% |
| d5 | 10 | 30.3% | 25.0% |
| e5 | 1 | 3.0% | 100.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (27 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d5 | 27 | 100.0% | 61.1% |
Heinz Ernst's chess games
All 163 games by Heinz Ernst in the Chess.ceo database (Apr 2003 - Aug 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: 60 wins, 42 draws, 61 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D36 | Queen's Gambit Declined | 9 | 4/2/3 | 44.4% |
| E73 | King's Indian Defense: Averbakh System | 9 | 4/3/2 | 44.4% |
| D15 | Slav Defense | 7 | 3/2/2 | 42.9% |
| A67 | Benoni Defense | 7 | 4/0/3 | 57.1% |
| E24 | Nimzo-Indian: Sämisch Variation | 6 | 3/1/2 | 50.0% |
| D36 | Semi-Slav Defense | 6 | 3/2/1 | 50.0% |
| A50 | Indian Defense | 6 | 4/1/1 | 66.7% |
| D07 | Queen's Gambit | 5 | 1/2/2 | 20.0% |
| E32 | Nimzo-Indian: Classical Variation | 5 | 2/0/3 | 40.0% |
| D86 | Grünfeld Defense | 4 | 2/1/1 | 50.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Modern Variation | 10 | 2/1/7 | 20.0% |
| D36 | Indian Defense | 9 | 4/3/2 | 44.4% |
| D12 | Slav Defense | 8 | 3/4/1 | 37.5% |
| B12 | Caro-Kann: Advance Variation | 6 | 2/1/3 | 33.3% |
| B17 | Caro-Kann: Karpov Variation | 5 | 0/1/4 | 0.0% |
| B10 | Caro-Kann | 5 | 1/2/2 | 20.0% |
| D02 | London System | 4 | 0/2/2 | 0.0% |
| D02 | Queen's Gambit Declined | 3 | 0/1/2 | 0.0% |
| B13 | Caro-Kann: Exchange Variation | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| D04 | Colle System | 3 | 1/2/0 | 33.3% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1988 | Ivan Nemet | 2,435 | Bern Open | D36 |
| Dec 1998 | Rene Wendt | 2,310 | Bern Ambassador Open | A59 |
| Jan 1994 | Bernd Baum | 2,290 | Bad Ragaz Open | D13 |
| Jan 1998 | Silvestar Ziger | 2,280 | Pizol Open | E92 |
| Jan 1998 | Christian Mottas | 2,205 | Pizol Open | D28 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pizol Open | 1998 | 18 | 10.5 | 2,250 |
| Biel MTO Open | 2003 | 18 | 6.5 | 2,074 |
| Bad Ragaz Open | 1995 | 13 | 4 | 2,153 |
| Bern Open | 2004 | 11 | 4.5 | 2,122 |
| 57th Biel ATO | 2024 | 9 | 5 | 1,749 |
| Bern Ambassador Open | 2000 | 9 | 2.5 | 2,102 |
| Wangs Pizol Open | 1996 | 9 | 6 | 2,190 |
| 59th Biel ATO 2026 | 2026 | 9 | 5.5 | 1,863 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Heinz Ernst's chess games?
163 games by Heinz Ernst, from Apr 2003 to Aug 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 Heinz Ernst has played.
What does Heinz Ernst play on the first move as White?
Across 80 games with White in our database, Heinz Ernst opens with 1.d4 (100% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Heinz Ernst answers 1...c6 (67% of games), 1...d5 (30% of games), 1...e5 (3% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...d5 (100% of games).
What openings does Heinz Ernst play as White?
As White, Heinz Ernst's most-played openings in our database are: Queen's Gambit Declined (9 games, 44.4% win rate); King's Indian Defense: Averbakh System (9 games, 44.4% win rate); Slav Defense (7 games, 42.9% win rate). The full breakdown of 80 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Heinz Ernst play as Black?
As Black, Heinz Ernst most often plays: Scandinavian Defense: Modern Variation (10 games, 20.0% win rate); Indian Defense (9 games, 44.4% win rate); Slav Defense (8 games, 37.5% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 83 games.
What is Heinz Ernst's FIDE rating?
Heinz Ernst is currently rated 1,851 in classical chess. Peak classical rating: 2,106 (Jul 2003).
How many games has Heinz Ernst played?
Our database contains 163 games by Heinz Ernst, covering Apr 2003 to Aug 2026. Overall record: 60 wins, 42 draws, 61 losses (36.8% win rate).
How do I prepare against Heinz Ernst?
163 games by Heinz Ernst 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.