Prepare against Kristian J. Trygstad
FM · Norway · World #5,942 classical · FIDE ID 1501860
Our database contains 516 games by Kristian J. Trygstad, covering Apr 2003 to Aug 2026. Below you'll find Kristian J. Trygstad's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Kristian J. Trygstad 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 | 2,249 | 2,353 | Jul 2011 |
| Rapid | 2,163 | 2,226 | Aug 2023 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 516 | 180 | 209 | 127 | 34.9% |
| As White | 263 | 106 | 95 | 62 | 40.3% |
| As Black | 253 | 74 | 114 | 65 | 29.2% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Kristian J. Trygstad's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Kristian J. Trygstad's side.
First moves as White (263 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 242 | 92.0% | 59.1% |
| c4 | 14 | 5.3% | 50.0% |
| f4 | 4 | 1.5% | 50.0% |
| Nf3 | 1 | 0.4% | 50.0% |
| g3 | 1 | 0.4% | 50.0% |
| d4 | 1 | 0.4% | 50.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 92% of White games, 59.1% score
- …c5 (39% of these games) — Trygstad usually continues Nc3 (68.3% score)
- …e5 (19% of these games) — Trygstad usually continues Nf3 (65.2% score)
- …e6 (13% of these games) — Trygstad usually continues d4 (50.0% score)
- 1.c4 — 5% of White games, 50.0% score
- …e5 (29% of these games) — Trygstad usually continues g3 (50.0% score)
- …Nf6 (21% of these games) — Trygstad usually continues g3 (50.0% score)
- …c5 (21% of these games) — Trygstad usually continues g3 (50.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (109 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 91 | 83.5% | 54.9% |
| g6 | 8 | 7.3% | 56.3% |
| e6 | 4 | 3.7% | 37.5% |
| d6 | 3 | 2.8% | 33.3% |
| c6 | 2 | 1.8% | 50.0% |
| e5 | 1 | 0.9% | 0.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (103 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 62 | 60.2% | 45.2% |
| f5 | 26 | 25.2% | 57.7% |
| g6 | 11 | 10.7% | 63.6% |
| d6 | 2 | 1.9% | 25.0% |
| e6 | 1 | 1.0% | 100.0% |
| d5 | 1 | 1.0% | 50.0% |
Kristian J. Trygstad's chess games
All 516 games by Kristian J. Trygstad in the Chess.ceo database (Apr 2003 - Aug 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: 180 wins, 209 draws, 127 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 52 | 27/17/8 | 51.9% |
| B12 | Caro-Kann: Advance Variation | 18 | 4/9/5 | 22.2% |
| B42 | Sicilian | 16 | 5/6/5 | 31.3% |
| C02 | French: Advance Variation | 12 | 1/7/4 | 8.3% |
| C01 | French: Winawer Variation | 11 | 5/2/4 | 45.5% |
| B92 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 11 | 5/3/3 | 45.5% |
| B06 | Modern Defense | 11 | 4/4/3 | 36.4% |
| C55 | Italian Game | 10 | 5/4/1 | 50.0% |
| B12 | Caro-Kann: Fantasy Variation | 9 | 4/4/1 | 44.4% |
| B07 | Pirc Defense | 8 | 1/5/2 | 12.5% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B42 | Sicilian | 51 | 18/19/14 | 35.3% |
| A96 | Dutch Defense | 27 | 9/13/5 | 33.3% |
| E94 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 24 | 3/16/5 | 12.5% |
| B06 | Modern Defense | 20 | 8/7/5 | 40.0% |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 11 | 7/3/1 | 63.6% |
| B22 | Sicilian: Alapin | 11 | 2/7/2 | 18.2% |
| E67 | Indian Defense | 11 | 2/5/4 | 18.2% |
| E70 | King's Indian Defense | 11 | 5/2/4 | 45.5% |
| E81 | King's Indian: Sämisch | 8 | 4/3/1 | 50.0% |
| B70 | Sicilian: Dragon | 8 | 1/3/4 | 12.5% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2001 | Normunds Miezis | 2,596 | Gausdal Classics GM | B48 |
| Apr 1997 | Einar J Gausel | 2,530 | ch-Gausdal Open | E94 |
| Jul 2010 | Sergey Kasparov | 2,492 | Leros Artemis Cup 2nd | B01 |
| Jul 2000 | Rune Djurhuus | 2,484 | Bergen Sommer Open | B21 |
| Oct 2009 | Ido Porat | 2,448 | 25th EU-Cup | B23 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| chT-NOR | 2013 | 37 | 26 | 2,329 |
| ch-NOR | 2003 | 28 | 12.5 | 2,279 |
| Bergen Sommer Open | 2002 | 18 | 10 | 2,385 |
| Troll Masters | 2001 | 18 | 10 | 2,299 |
| chT-NOR Clubs | 2012 | 15 | 9.5 | 2,209 |
| Olympiad-34 | 2000 | 12 | 7.5 | 2,433 |
| 21st Politiken Cup | 1999 | 11 | 6.5 | 2,301 |
| chT-NOR fin | 2002 | 10 | 6 | 2,280 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Kristian J. Trygstad's chess games?
516 games by Kristian J. Trygstad, from Apr 2003 to Aug 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 Kristian J. Trygstad has played.
What does Kristian J. Trygstad play on the first move as White?
Across 263 games with White in our database, Kristian J. Trygstad opens with 1.e4 (92% of games), 1.c4 (5% of games), 1.f4 (2% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Kristian J. Trygstad answers 1...c5 (83% of games), 1...g6 (7% of games), 1...e6 (4% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (60% of games), 1...f5 (25% of games), 1...g6 (11% of games).
What openings does Kristian J. Trygstad play as White?
As White, Kristian J. Trygstad's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian: Closed (52 games, 51.9% win rate); Caro-Kann: Advance Variation (18 games, 22.2% win rate); Sicilian (16 games, 31.3% win rate). The full breakdown of 263 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Kristian J. Trygstad play as Black?
As Black, Kristian J. Trygstad most often plays: Sicilian (51 games, 35.3% win rate); Dutch Defense (27 games, 33.3% win rate); King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation (24 games, 12.5% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 253 games.
What is Kristian J. Trygstad's FIDE rating?
Kristian J. Trygstad is currently rated 2,249 in classical chess, 2,163 in rapid. Peak classical rating: 2,353 (Jul 2011).
How many games has Kristian J. Trygstad played?
Our database contains 516 games by Kristian J. Trygstad, covering Apr 2003 to Aug 2026. Overall record: 180 wins, 209 draws, 127 losses (34.9% win rate).
How do I prepare against Kristian J. Trygstad?
516 games by Kristian J. Trygstad 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.