Prepare against Javier Nicolas Zapata
Spain · World #15,428 classical · FIDE ID 22247289
When preparing against Javier Nicolas Zapata, expect 1.e4 in 61% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (70% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (72%). Lowest win rate among frequent openings: Sicilian as Black, 31.3% over 16 games.
Our database contains 160 games by Javier Nicolas Zapata, covering Oct 2008 to Sep 2026. Below you'll find Javier Nicolas Zapata's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Javier Nicolas Zapata 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 | 2,102 | 2,181 | Nov 2018 |
| Rapid | 2,121 | 2,155 | Mar 2023 |
| Blitz | 2,095 | 2,124 | May 2014 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 160 | 61 | 31 | 68 | 38.1% |
| As White | 79 | 31 | 16 | 32 | 39.2% |
| As Black | 81 | 30 | 15 | 36 | 37.0% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Javier Nicolas Zapata's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Javier Nicolas Zapata's side.
First moves as White (79 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 48 | 60.8% | 50.0% |
| d4 | 19 | 24.1% | 42.1% |
| Nf3 | 5 | 6.3% | 60.0% |
| c4 | 4 | 5.1% | 37.5% |
| e3 | 1 | 1.3% | 100.0% |
| Nc3 | 1 | 1.3% | 100.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 61% of White games, 50.0% score
- …c5 (35% of these games) — Zapata usually continues Nf3 (42.9% score)
- …e5 (23% of these games) — Zapata usually continues Nf3 (77.3% score)
- …e6 (13% of these games) — Zapata usually continues d4 (33.3% score)
- 1.d4 — 24% of White games, 42.1% score
- …Nf6 (37% of these games) — Zapata usually continues Nc3 (33.3% score)
- …d5 (26% of these games) — Zapata usually continues Bf4 (12.5% score)
- …e6 (16% of these games) — Zapata usually continues g3 (100.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (47 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 33 | 70.2% | 45.5% |
| c6 | 5 | 10.6% | 80.0% |
| e6 | 5 | 10.6% | 30.0% |
| e5 | 3 | 6.4% | 16.7% |
| Nf6 | 1 | 2.1% | 100.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (25 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 18 | 72.0% | 41.7% |
| d5 | 2 | 8.0% | 50.0% |
| e6 | 2 | 8.0% | 50.0% |
| d6 | 1 | 4.0% | 50.0% |
| g6 | 1 | 4.0% | 100.0% |
| b6 | 1 | 4.0% | 100.0% |
Javier Nicolas Zapata's chess games
All 160 games by Javier Nicolas Zapata in the Chess.ceo database (Oct 2008 - Sep 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: 61 wins, 31 draws, 68 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B32 | Sicilian | 8 | 4/1/3 | 50.0% |
| C56 | Italian Game | 5 | 3/1/1 | 60.0% |
| B08 | Pirc Defense | 5 | 3/1/1 | 60.0% |
| D00 | London System | 4 | 0/1/3 | 0.0% |
| A43 | Modern Defense | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| C01 | French: Winawer Variation | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| A13 | English Opening | 2 | 0/2/0 | 0.0% |
| B12 | Caro-Kann: Advance Variation | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| A28 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| C11 | French: Classical Variation | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B43 | Sicilian | 16 | 5/3/8 | 31.3% |
| B78 | Sicilian: Dragon | 6 | 3/1/2 | 50.0% |
| E91 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 5 | 2/2/1 | 40.0% |
| A48 | Indian Defense | 5 | 2/1/2 | 40.0% |
| A10 | English Opening | 4 | 2/0/2 | 50.0% |
| A45 | London System | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| B80 | Sicilian: Scheveningen | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| B13 | Caro-Kann: Exchange Variation | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| C54 | Italian Game | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| A40 | English Defense | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2018 | Jose Torres Sanchez | 2,357 | Xativa Murta Open 4th | A49 |
| Nov 2013 | Carlos Nava Pereda | 2,273 | 12th Benidorm Open U2300 | A18 |
| Aug 2017 | Daniel Navarro Lopez-Menchero | 2,266 | 12th Almansa Open A | D00 |
| Feb 2013 | Samy Robin | 2,250 | Palma de Mallorca w | B70 |
| Aug 2012 | Jorge Berrocal | 2,240 | 7th Almansa Open | B77 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ch-ESP U14 | 2009 | 11 | 6.5 | 2,065 |
| Palma de Mallorca w | 2013 | 9 | 5 | 2,147 |
| ch-ESP U18 | 2012 | 7 | 2 | 1,967 |
| ch-Valencia Autonomico U18 | 2010 | 7 | 4.5 | 2,086 |
| 11th Benimodo U2200 Open | 2016 | 7 | 5 | 2,208 |
| 6th Rutas de Cuenca Open | 2019 | 7 | 4.5 | 2,059 |
| 7th Almansa Open | 2012 | 6 | 2.5 | 2,172 |
| 12th Almansa Open A | 2017 | 6 | 2.5 | 2,083 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Javier Nicolas Zapata's chess games?
160 games by Javier Nicolas Zapata, from Oct 2008 to Sep 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 Javier Nicolas Zapata has played.
What does Javier Nicolas Zapata play on the first move as White?
Across 79 games with White in our database, Javier Nicolas Zapata opens with 1.e4 (61% of games), 1.d4 (24% of games), 1.Nf3 (6% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Javier Nicolas Zapata answers 1...c5 (70% of games), 1...c6 (11% of games), 1...e6 (11% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (72% of games), 1...d5 (8% of games), 1...e6 (8% of games).
What openings does Javier Nicolas Zapata play as White?
As White, Javier Nicolas Zapata's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian (8 games, 50.0% win rate); Italian Game (5 games, 60.0% win rate); Pirc Defense (5 games, 60.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 79 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Javier Nicolas Zapata play as Black?
As Black, Javier Nicolas Zapata most often plays: Sicilian (16 games, 31.3% win rate); Sicilian: Dragon (6 games, 50.0% win rate); King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation (5 games, 40.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 81 games.
What is Javier Nicolas Zapata's FIDE rating?
Javier Nicolas Zapata is currently rated 2,102 in classical chess, 2,121 in rapid and 2,095 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,181 (Nov 2018).
How many games has Javier Nicolas Zapata played?
Our database contains 160 games by Javier Nicolas Zapata, covering Oct 2008 to Sep 2026. Overall record: 61 wins, 31 draws, 68 losses (38.1% win rate).
How do I prepare against Javier Nicolas Zapata?
160 games by Javier Nicolas Zapata 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.