Prepare against Istvan Dr. Balvanyos
CM · Hungary · World #16,970 classical · FIDE ID 719331
When preparing against Istvan Dr. Balvanyos, expect 1.e4 in 70% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (38% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (91%). Lowest win rate among frequent openings: Sicilian: Wing Gambit as White, 37.5% over 24 games.
Our database contains 147 games by Istvan Dr. Balvanyos, covering Apr 2003 to Nov 2026. Below you'll find Istvan Dr. Balvanyos's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Istvan Dr. Balvanyos 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 | 2,086 | 2,217 | Sep 2010 |
| Rapid | 2,083 | 2,097 | Jul 2025 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 147 | 55 | 41 | 51 | 37.4% |
| As White | 77 | 30 | 24 | 23 | 39.0% |
| As Black | 70 | 25 | 17 | 28 | 35.7% |
FIDE rated record
From FIDE's official rated-game ledger (2007-2026): 260 rated games against 195 different opponents, across 98 events in 1 countries. These counts cover FIDE-rated play only, so they differ from the database totals above.
By time control
| Format | Games | W | D | L | Win rate | Avg opp | Perf | Unbeaten |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 251 | 122 | 61 | 68 | 48.6% | 2,030 | 2,104 | 23 |
| Rapid | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 44.4% | 1,948 | 2,037 | 4 |
Against the field
| Opposition | Games | W | D | L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Against higher-rated | 79 | 17 | 20 | 42 | 21.5% |
| Against lower-rated | 172 | 100 | 44 | 28 | 58.1% |
Wins over titled players: 2 vs IM · 10 vs FM · 1 vs WFM.
Year by year
| Year | Games | W | D | L | Avg opp | Perf |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1,797 | 2,197 |
| 2025 | 15 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1,919 | 2,079 |
| 2024 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1,912 | 2,179 |
| 2023 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1,985 | 2,099 |
| 2022 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1,937 | 2,237 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1,773 | 2,173 |
| 2020 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1,869 | 2,029 |
| 2019 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2,005 | 1,871 |
| 2018 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1,884 | 2,062 |
| 2017 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1,891 | 1,980 |
| 2016 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1,971 | 2,071 |
| 2015 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 2,032 | 2,089 |
| 2014 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 2,115 | 2,075 |
| 2013 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2,023 | 2,173 |
| 2012 | 33 | 11 | 8 | 14 | 2,079 | 2,029 |
| 2011 | 13 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 2,089 | 2,212 |
| 2010 | 24 | 7 | 4 | 13 | 2,124 | 2,024 |
| 2009 | 22 | 13 | 7 | 2 | 2,078 | 2,278 |
| 2008 | 31 | 19 | 8 | 4 | 2,027 | 2,207 |
| 2007 | 32 | 15 | 4 | 13 | 2,089 | 2,044 |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Istvan Dr. Balvanyos's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Istvan Dr. Balvanyos's side.
First moves as White (77 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 54 | 70.1% | 58.3% |
| Nf3 | 17 | 22.1% | 35.3% |
| d4 | 6 | 7.8% | 75.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 70% of White games, 58.3% score
- …c5 (48% of these games) — Balvanyos usually continues b4 (50.0% score)
- …e5 (22% of these games) — Balvanyos usually continues Nf3 (63.6% score)
- …d5 (9% of these games) — Balvanyos usually continues exd5 (60.0% score)
- 1.Nf3 — 22% of White games, 35.3% score
- …Nf6 (35% of these games) — Balvanyos usually continues c4 (50.0% score)
- …d5 (29% of these games) — Balvanyos usually continues c4 (30.0% score)
- …c5 (12% of these games) — Balvanyos usually continues g3 (0.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (34 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 13 | 38.2% | 38.5% |
| d6 | 8 | 23.5% | 68.8% |
| d5 | 5 | 14.7% | 30.0% |
| g6 | 5 | 14.7% | 20.0% |
| e6 | 2 | 5.9% | 75.0% |
| a6 | 1 | 2.9% | 100.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (22 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 20 | 90.9% | 45.0% |
| d5 | 1 | 4.5% | 50.0% |
| g6 | 1 | 4.5% | 0.0% |
Istvan Dr. Balvanyos's chess games
All 147 games by Istvan Dr. Balvanyos in the Chess.ceo database (Apr 2003 - Nov 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: 55 wins, 41 draws, 51 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B20 | Sicilian: Wing Gambit | 24 | 9/6/9 | 37.5% |
| A15 | English Opening | 5 | 1/2/2 | 20.0% |
| A08 | Réti Opening | 4 | 0/0/4 | 0.0% |
| C45 | Scotch Game | 4 | 3/0/1 | 75.0% |
| C44 | Italian Game | 4 | 2/1/1 | 50.0% |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Main Line | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| B03 | Alekhine Defense | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A14 | English Opening: Neo-Catalan | 2 | 0/2/0 | 0.0% |
| B08 | Pirc Defense | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| C01 | French: Exchange Variation | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B07 | Pirc Defense | 8 | 5/1/2 | 62.5% |
| B60 | Sicilian | 8 | 2/2/4 | 25.0% |
| B07 | Modern Defense | 6 | 1/0/5 | 16.7% |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Modern Variation | 5 | 1/1/3 | 20.0% |
| D02 | Indian Defense | 5 | 3/1/1 | 60.0% |
| D94 | Grünfeld Defense | 5 | 1/3/1 | 20.0% |
| E80 | King's Indian: Sämisch | 4 | 1/0/3 | 25.0% |
| A07 | Hungarian Opening | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| A57 | Benoni Defense | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| B08 | King's Indian Defense | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2005 | Istvan Borocz | 2,364 | Balaton Cup | B08 |
| Mar 2010 | Dan-Ovidiu Rat | 2,315 | chT2-HUN Toth 0910 | B20 |
| Oct 2003 | Zoltan Kiss | 2,235 | chT2-HUN Breyer 0304 | B07 |
| Apr 2013 | Viktor Vamos | 2,206 | chT2-HUN Toth 1213 | B03 |
| Apr 2006 | Laszlo Monda | 2,200 | chT2-HUN Breyer 0506 | A48 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| chT2-HUN Toth 0910 | 2010 | 15 | 11 | 2,237 |
| chT2-HUN Toth 1213 | 2013 | 11 | 5 | 2,124 |
| chT2-HUN Toth 1011 | 2011 | 11 | 3.5 | 1,985 |
| chT2-HUN Toth 1112 | 2012 | 11 | 4.5 | 2,040 |
| chT2-HUN Breyer 0304 | 2004 | 10 | 6.5 | 2,271 |
| chT2-HUN Toth 1314 | 2014 | 10 | 6 | 2,145 |
| chT1-Budapest Lilienthal 1112 | 2012 | 9 | 5.5 | 2,151 |
| Budapest FS07 FM-A | 2012 | 9 | 5.5 | 2,146 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Istvan Dr. Balvanyos's chess games?
147 games by Istvan Dr. Balvanyos, from Apr 2003 to Nov 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 Istvan Dr. Balvanyos has played.
What does Istvan Dr. Balvanyos play on the first move as White?
Across 77 games with White in our database, Istvan Dr. Balvanyos opens with 1.e4 (70% of games), 1.Nf3 (22% of games), 1.d4 (8% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Istvan Dr. Balvanyos answers 1...c5 (38% of games), 1...d6 (24% of games), 1...d5 (15% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (91% of games), 1...d5 (5% of games), 1...g6 (5% of games).
What openings does Istvan Dr. Balvanyos play as White?
As White, Istvan Dr. Balvanyos's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian: Wing Gambit (24 games, 37.5% win rate); English Opening (5 games, 20.0% win rate); Réti Opening (4 games, 0.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 77 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Istvan Dr. Balvanyos play as Black?
As Black, Istvan Dr. Balvanyos most often plays: Pirc Defense (8 games, 62.5% win rate); Sicilian (8 games, 25.0% win rate); Modern Defense (6 games, 16.7% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 70 games.
What is Istvan Dr. Balvanyos's FIDE rating?
Istvan Dr. Balvanyos is currently rated 2,086 in classical chess, 2,083 in rapid. Peak classical rating: 2,217 (Sep 2010).
How many games has Istvan Dr. Balvanyos played?
Our database contains 147 games by Istvan Dr. Balvanyos, covering Apr 2003 to Nov 2026. Overall record: 55 wins, 41 draws, 51 losses (37.4% win rate).
How do I prepare against Istvan Dr. Balvanyos?
147 games by Istvan Dr. Balvanyos 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.