Prepare against Johannes Pilgaard
DNK · World #77,261 classical · FIDE ID 1449923
When preparing against Johannes Pilgaard, expect 1.e4 in 100% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e6 (89% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%).
Our database contains 44 games by Johannes Pilgaard, covering Mar 2017 to Sep 2026. Below you'll find Johannes Pilgaard's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Johannes Pilgaard 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 | 1,798 | 1,798 | Sep 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 44 | 14 | 4 | 26 | 31.8% |
| As White | 22 | 7 | 2 | 13 | 31.8% |
| As Black | 22 | 7 | 2 | 13 | 31.8% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Johannes Pilgaard's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Johannes Pilgaard's side.
First moves as White (22 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 22 | 100.0% | 36.4% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 100% of White games, 36.4% score
- …e5 (32% of these games) — Pilgaard usually continues Nc3 (35.7% score)
- …c5 (32% of these games) — Pilgaard usually continues d4 (35.7% score)
- …d5 (18% of these games) — Pilgaard usually continues exd5 (50.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (9 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e6 | 8 | 88.9% | 43.8% |
| c5 | 1 | 11.1% | 0.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (12 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 12 | 100.0% | 37.5% |
Johannes Pilgaard's chess games
All 44 games by Johannes Pilgaard in the Chess.ceo database (Mar 2017 - 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: 14 wins, 4 draws, 26 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B21 | Sicilian: Smith-Morra Gambit | 7 | 2/1/4 | 28.6% |
| C25 | Vienna Game | 7 | 2/1/4 | 28.6% |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Modern Variation | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| B12 | Caro-Kann: Advance Variation | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Main Line | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B06 | Modern Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B07 | Pirc Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A57 | Benoni Defense | 4 | 1/1/2 | 25.0% |
| C10 | French Defense | 4 | 1/0/3 | 25.0% |
| A45 | London System | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| E60 | Indian Defense | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| C02 | French: Advance Variation | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| A00 | Hungarian Opening | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C10 | French: Tarrasch Variation | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| D78 | Indian Defense: Tartakower Attack | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| D04 | King's Indian Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C01 | French: Exchange Variation | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | Niels Chr. Davidsen | 1,929 | Senior-DM 2026 - 65+ | A45 |
| Sep 2026 | Aksel Hansen | 1,916 | DM i Lynskak 2026 - Basis | A45 |
| Feb 2020 | Aage Sondergaard Nielsen | 1,888 | ch-DEN Seniors 65 | C30 |
| Jul 2026 | Jan Jorgensen | 1,807 | Senior-DM 2026 - 65+ | C01 |
| Sep 2026 | Mikael Horslund | 1,774 | DM i Lynskak 2026 - Basis | A45 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DM i Lynskak 2026 - Basis | 2026 | 14 | 4 | 1,617 |
| ch-DEN Seniors 65 | 2022 | 14 | 6 | 1,687 |
| ch-DEN Seniors | 2023 | 7 | 2.5 | 1,672 |
| Senior-DM 2026 - 65+ | 2026 | 7 | 3.5 | 1,922 |
| DM i Lynskak 2026 | 2026 | 1 | 0 | 1,637 |
| 2nd Cidade De Lagos Open | 2024 | 1 | 0 | 1,965 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Johannes Pilgaard's chess games?
44 games by Johannes Pilgaard, from Mar 2017 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 Johannes Pilgaard has played.
What does Johannes Pilgaard play on the first move as White?
Across 22 games with White in our database, Johannes Pilgaard opens with 1.e4 (100% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Johannes Pilgaard answers 1...e6 (89% of games), 1...c5 (11% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Johannes Pilgaard play as White?
As White, Johannes Pilgaard's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian: Smith-Morra Gambit (7 games, 28.6% win rate); Vienna Game (7 games, 28.6% win rate); Scandinavian Defense: Modern Variation (3 games, 33.3% win rate). The full breakdown of 22 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Johannes Pilgaard play as Black?
As Black, Johannes Pilgaard most often plays: Benoni Defense (4 games, 25.0% win rate); French Defense (4 games, 25.0% win rate); London System (3 games, 66.7% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 22 games.
What is Johannes Pilgaard's FIDE rating?
Johannes Pilgaard is currently rated 1,798 in classical chess. Peak classical rating: 1,798 (Sep 2026).
How many games has Johannes Pilgaard played?
Our database contains 44 games by Johannes Pilgaard, covering Mar 2017 to Sep 2026. Overall record: 14 wins, 4 draws, 26 losses (31.8% win rate).
How do I prepare against Johannes Pilgaard?
44 games by Johannes Pilgaard 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.