Prepare against Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa
Spain · World #82,808 classical · FIDE ID 22237186
When preparing against Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa, expect 1.d4 in 86% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e5 (56% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%).
Our database contains 53 games by Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa, covering Jul 2008 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa 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 | 1,781 | 1,836 | Mar 2012 |
| Rapid | 1,897 | 1,901 | Mar 2026 |
| Blitz | 1,841 | 1,842 | Mar 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 53 | 19 | 10 | 24 | 35.8% |
| As White | 28 | 9 | 4 | 15 | 32.1% |
| As Black | 25 | 10 | 6 | 9 | 40.0% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa's side.
First moves as White (28 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 24 | 85.7% | 37.5% |
| c4 | 4 | 14.3% | 50.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 86% of White games, 37.5% score
- …d5 (50% of these games) — Cardesa usually continues c4 (50.0% score)
- …Nf6 (33% of these games) — Cardesa usually continues c4 (31.3% score)
- …e6 (8% of these games) — Cardesa usually continues c4 (0.0% score)
- 1.c4 — 14% of White games, 50.0% score
- …g6 (25% of these games) — Cardesa usually continues Nc3 (100.0% score)
- …e6 (25% of these games) — Cardesa usually continues Nc3 (100.0% score)
- …e5 (25% of these games) — Cardesa usually continues Nc3 (0.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (16 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e5 | 9 | 56.3% | 50.0% |
| e6 | 4 | 25.0% | 75.0% |
| c5 | 2 | 12.5% | 0.0% |
| Nf6 | 1 | 6.3% | 100.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (2 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 2 | 100.0% | 75.0% |
Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa's chess games
All 53 games by Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa in the Chess.ceo database (Jul 2008 - 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: 19 wins, 10 draws, 24 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D36 | Semi-Slav Defense | 6 | 3/1/2 | 50.0% |
| D10 | Slav Defense | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| E21 | Nimzo-Indian: Sämisch Variation | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| A51 | Budapest Defense | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| D35 | English Opening | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A21 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| A36 | English Opening: Symmetrical | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| D91 | Grünfeld Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| A58 | Benoni Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| E14 | Indian Defense | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C00 | French Defense | 3 | 1/2/0 | 33.3% |
| A16 | English Opening | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| D85 | Grünfeld Defense | 3 | 2/1/0 | 66.7% |
| C45 | Scotch Game | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| C71 | Ruy Lopez: Steinitz Defense Deferred | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| A01 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| C50 | Italian Game | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| B07 | Alekhine Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B50 | Sicilian: Wing Gambit | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| A02 | Bird's opening | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2008 | Rafael Ruiz Escobar | 2,042 | San Juan Open | D24 |
| Apr 2013 | Pablo 1989 Martinez Rodriguez | 1,936 | Pamplona Navarra Preferente Open | C50 |
| Apr 2017 | Axel Roviralta Montero | 1,888 | ch-Navarra | A10 |
| Jun 2008 | Joseba Otano Villanueva | 1,860 | San Juan Open | C01 |
| May 2013 | Miguel Donazar Garayoa | 1,734 | Pamplona Navarra Preferente Open | D36 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ch-Navarra | 2017 | 21 | 9.5 | 1,698 |
| San Juan Open | 2008 | 9 | 4.5 | 2,101 |
| Pamplona Primavera Open | 1998 | 7 | 4 | – |
| ch-Pamplona Navarro | 2015 | 5 | 2.5 | 1,939 |
| Pamplona Navarra Preferente Open | 2013 | 5 | 3 | 2,005 |
| Pamplona Open | 2008 | 4 | 0.5 | 2,036 |
| ch-Navarra Final | 2017 | 1 | 0 | 1,706 |
| 31st San Sebastian Open | 2008 | 1 | 0 | 2,036 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa's chess games?
53 games by Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa, from Jul 2008 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 Zaratiegui Cardesa has played.
What does Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa play on the first move as White?
Across 28 games with White in our database, Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa opens with 1.d4 (86% of games), 1.c4 (14% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa answers 1...e5 (56% of games), 1...e6 (25% of games), 1...c5 (13% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa play as White?
As White, Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa's most-played openings in our database are: Semi-Slav Defense (6 games, 50.0% win rate); Slav Defense (3 games, 33.3% win rate); Nimzo-Indian: Sämisch Variation (2 games, 50.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 28 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa play as Black?
As Black, Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa most often plays: French Defense (3 games, 33.3% win rate); English Opening (3 games, 33.3% win rate); Grünfeld Defense (3 games, 66.7% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 25 games.
What is Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa's FIDE rating?
Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa is currently rated 1,781 in classical chess, 1,897 in rapid and 1,841 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 1,836 (Mar 2012).
How many games has Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa played?
Our database contains 53 games by Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa, covering Jul 2008 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 19 wins, 10 draws, 24 losses (35.8% win rate).
How do I prepare against Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa?
53 games by Jose Zaratiegui Cardesa 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.