Prepare against Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur
Spain · World #45,844 classical · FIDE ID 2287234
When preparing against Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur, expect 1.e4 in 86% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (63% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%).
Our database contains 32 games by Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur, covering Apr 2006 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur 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 | 1,910 | 1,959 | Nov 2010 |
| Rapid | 1,899 | 1,899 | Jul 2026 |
| Blitz | 1,879 | 1,879 | Jul 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 32 | 7 | 13 | 12 | 21.9% |
| As White | 14 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 14.3% |
| As Black | 18 | 5 | 7 | 6 | 27.8% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
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First moves as White (14 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 12 | 85.7% | 41.7% |
| d4 | 2 | 14.3% | 0.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 86% of White games, 41.7% score
- …c5 (58% of these games) — Aldalur usually continues d4 (37.5% score)
- …d5 (17% of these games) — Aldalur usually continues exd5 (50.0% score)
- …e5 (17% of these games) — Aldalur usually continues Bc4 (100.0% score)
- 1.d4 — 14% of White games, 0.0% score
- …d5 (50% of these games) — Aldalur usually continues Nc3 (0.0% score)
- …f5 (50% of these games) — Aldalur usually continues c4 (0.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (8 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 5 | 62.5% | 40.0% |
| e5 | 3 | 37.5% | 66.7% |
As Black against 1.d4 (7 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 7 | 100.0% | 42.9% |
Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur's chess games
All 32 games by Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur in the Chess.ceo database (Apr 2006 - 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: 7 wins, 13 draws, 12 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B22 | Sicilian: Smith-Morra Gambit | 4 | 0/3/1 | 0.0% |
| B20 | Sicilian | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Main Line | 2 | 0/2/0 | 0.0% |
| C11 | French: Classical Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C50 | Bishop's Opening | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B22 | Sicilian: Alapin | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C00 | French Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| C44 | Danish Gambit | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| A86 | Dutch Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A51 | Budapest Defense | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| B42 | Sicilian | 3 | 1/2/0 | 33.3% |
| C40 | Elephant Gambit | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| D02 | Queen's Pawn Game | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| B33 | Sicilian: Sveshnikov | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| A45 | Trompowsky Attack | 2 | 0/2/0 | 0.0% |
| E06 | English Opening | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| D02 | London System | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| D15 | Slav Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C29 | Vienna Game | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2007 | Juan Carlos Garcia Ruano | 1,990 | 6th Benidorm Open U2000 | B42 |
| Dec 2013 | Adria Campos Cayuelas | 1,973 | 12th Benidorm Open U2000 | C29 |
| Apr 2007 | Fernando Puga Senar | 1,742 | 30th San Sebastian Open | C00 |
| Nov 2013 | Julio Alberto Acebal Muniz | 1,593 | 12th Benidorm Open U2000 | C40 |
| Nov 2013 | Trinidad Del Valle Domenech | 1,525 | 12th Benidorm Open U2000 | C50 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30th San Sebastian Open | 2007 | 7 | 3 | 1,959 |
| 12th Benidorm Open U2000 | 2013 | 6 | 4 | 1,931 |
| ch-Gipuzkoa Provinz | 2005 | 6 | 2 | 1,929 |
| 13th Benidorm Open U2000 | 2014 | 5 | 2.5 | 1,761 |
| 05th Benidorm Open U2000 | 2006 | 2 | 0 | 1,586 |
| chT-Euskadi (Vasca) Div 1st | 2015 | 2 | 0 | 1,767 |
| 6th Benidorm Open U2000 | 2007 | 2 | 1.5 | 2,190 |
| 11th Benidorm Open U2000 | 2012 | 1 | 0.5 | 1,787 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur's chess games?
32 games by Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur, from Apr 2006 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 Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur has played.
What does Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur play on the first move as White?
Across 14 games with White in our database, Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur opens with 1.e4 (86% of games), 1.d4 (14% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur answers 1...c5 (63% of games), 1...e5 (38% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur play as White?
As White, Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian: Smith-Morra Gambit (4 games, 0.0% win rate); Sicilian (2 games, 0.0% win rate); Scandinavian Defense: Main Line (2 games, 0.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 14 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur play as Black?
As Black, Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur most often plays: Budapest Defense (3 games, 33.3% win rate); Sicilian (3 games, 33.3% win rate); Elephant Gambit (2 games, 50.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 18 games.
What is Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur's FIDE rating?
Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur is currently rated 1,910 in classical chess, 1,899 in rapid and 1,879 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 1,959 (Nov 2010).
How many games has Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur played?
Our database contains 32 games by Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur, covering Apr 2006 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 7 wins, 13 draws, 12 losses (21.9% win rate).
How do I prepare against Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur?
32 games by Jose Joaquin Larranaga Aldalur 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.