Prepare against Katja Amann
DEU · World #37,017 classical · FIDE ID 24670227
When preparing against Katja Amann, expect 1.d4 in 100% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...Nf6 (100% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%).
Our database contains 35 games by Katja Amann, covering Jul 2009 to Oct 2026. Below you'll find Katja Amann's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Katja Amann 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 | 1,950 | 1,999 | Jan 2012 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 35 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 48.6% |
| As White | 15 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 60.0% |
| As Black | 20 | 8 | 3 | 9 | 40.0% |
FIDE rated record
From FIDE's official rated-game ledger (2007-2026): 54 rated games against 53 different opponents, across 21 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 | 54 | 23 | 15 | 16 | 42.6% | 1,978 | 1,989 | 18 |
Against the field
| Opposition | Games | W | D | L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Against higher-rated | 17 | 3 | 2 | 12 | 17.6% |
| Against lower-rated | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 60.0% |
Wins over titled players: 1 vs WIM · 1 vs WFM.
Year by year
| Year | Games | W | D | L | Avg opp | Perf |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1,860 | 1,460 |
| 2025 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1,814 | 2,081 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1,860 | 1,860 |
| 2019 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2,307 | 1,907 |
| 2017 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | – | – |
| 2016 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1,747 | 2,147 |
| 2015 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,887 | 1,754 |
| 2014 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2,023 | 1,943 |
| 2012 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2,177 | 1,777 |
| 2011 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2,166 | 1,926 |
| 2010 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2,002 | 2,162 |
| 2009 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1,809 | 2,209 |
| 2008 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 1,939 | 2,139 |
| 2007 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1,928 | 1,928 |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Katja Amann's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Katja Amann's side.
First moves as White (15 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 15 | 100.0% | 66.7% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 100% of White games, 66.7% score
- …Nf6 (47% of these games) — Amann usually continues Nf3 (71.4% score)
- …d5 (33% of these games) — Amann usually continues Nf3 (60.0% score)
- …f5 (7% of these games) — Amann usually continues Nf3 (0.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (12 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 12 | 100.0% | 37.5% |
As Black against 1.d4 (5 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 5 | 100.0% | 60.0% |
Katja Amann's chess games
All 35 games by Katja Amann in the Chess.ceo database (Jul 2009 - Oct 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: 17 wins, 5 draws, 13 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D05 | Indian Defense | 9 | 5/2/2 | 55.6% |
| D04 | Colle System | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A40 | Queen's Pawn Game | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A80 | Dutch Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| A48 | Torre Attack | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B03 | Alekhine Defense | 12 | 3/3/6 | 25.0% |
| E61 | King's Indian Defense | 5 | 3/0/2 | 60.0% |
| A03 | Bird's opening | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| D74 | English Opening | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| E82 | King's Indian: Sämisch | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2008 | Karin Timme | 2,085 | BL2 Ost 0809 w | D04 |
| Mar 2014 | Thi Hong Nhung Khuong | 2,061 | BL2 Ost 1314 w | D05 |
| Feb 2011 | Mira Kierzek | 2,053 | BL2 Mitte 1011 w | E72 |
| Dec 2010 | Corinna Jacke | 2,051 | BL2 Mitte 1011 w | B03 |
| Dec 2008 | Heidrun Bade | 1,958 | BL2 Ost 0809 w | B05 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BL2 Mitte 1011 w | 2011 | 6 | 4 | 2,146 |
| BL2 Ost 0809 w | 2009 | 5 | 4.5 | 2,234 |
| BL2 Ost 0910 w | 2010 | 5 | 4 | 2,183 |
| BL2 Ost 1112 w | 2012 | 5 | 0 | 1,767 |
| BL2 Ost 1314 w | 2014 | 4 | 1.5 | 1,882 |
| BL2 Ost 1516 w | 2015 | 3 | 2 | 1,952 |
| BL2 Ost 1617 w | 2017 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,761 |
| BL 1415 w | 2015 | 3 | 1 | 1,814 |
Interactive opening tree from all 35 games, weak-spot detection and engine analysis.
Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Katja Amann's chess games?
35 games by Katja Amann, from Jul 2009 to Oct 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 Katja Amann has played.
What does Katja Amann play on the first move as White?
Across 15 games with White in our database, Katja Amann opens with 1.d4 (100% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Katja Amann answers 1...Nf6 (100% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Katja Amann play as White?
As White, Katja Amann's most-played openings in our database are: Indian Defense (9 games, 55.6% win rate); Colle System (2 games, 100.0% win rate); Queen's Pawn Game (2 games, 100.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 15 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Katja Amann play as Black?
As Black, Katja Amann most often plays: Alekhine Defense (12 games, 25.0% win rate); King's Indian Defense (5 games, 60.0% win rate); Bird's opening (1 games, 100.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 20 games.
What is Katja Amann's FIDE rating?
Katja Amann is currently rated 1,950 in classical chess. Peak classical rating: 1,999 (Jan 2012).
How many games has Katja Amann played?
Our database contains 35 games by Katja Amann, covering Jul 2009 to Oct 2026. Overall record: 17 wins, 5 draws, 13 losses (48.6% win rate).
How do I prepare against Katja Amann?
35 games by Katja Amann 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.