Prepare against Larus Knutsson
Iceland · World #27,557 classical · FIDE ID 2806231
When preparing against Larus Knutsson, expect 1.e4 in 97% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e5 (100% of games); against 1.d4, 1...d5 (55%).
Our database contains 72 games by Larus Knutsson, covering Apr 2003 to Nov 2026. Below you'll find Larus Knutsson's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Larus Knutsson 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 | 2,002 | 2,146 | Apr 2006 |
| Rapid | 2,014 | 2,017 | Oct 2015 |
| Blitz | 1,987 | 2,127 | Sep 2016 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 72 | 22 | 14 | 36 | 30.6% |
| As White | 33 | 13 | 5 | 15 | 39.4% |
| As Black | 39 | 9 | 9 | 21 | 23.1% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Larus Knutsson's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Larus Knutsson's side.
First moves as White (33 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 32 | 97.0% | 48.4% |
| c4 | 1 | 3.0% | 0.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 97% of White games, 48.4% score
- …c5 (44% of these games) — Knutsson usually continues c3 (40.9% score)
- …e5 (16% of these games) — Knutsson usually continues Nf3 (60.0% score)
- …g6 (9% of these games) — Knutsson usually continues d4 (0.0% score)
- 1.c4 — 3% of White games, 0.0% score
- …Nf6 (100% of these games) — Knutsson usually continues g3 (0.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (17 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e5 | 17 | 100.0% | 38.2% |
As Black against 1.d4 (20 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d5 | 11 | 55.0% | 22.7% |
| Nf6 | 6 | 30.0% | 41.7% |
| f5 | 1 | 5.0% | 100.0% |
| b5 | 1 | 5.0% | 0.0% |
Larus Knutsson's chess games
All 72 games by Larus Knutsson in the Chess.ceo database (Apr 2003 - Nov 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: 22 wins, 14 draws, 36 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B22 | Sicilian: Alapin | 11 | 4/1/6 | 36.4% |
| E84 | King's Indian: Sämisch | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| B22 | Sicilian | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| B11 | Caro-Kann | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| C01 | French: Exchange Variation | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| C18 | French: Winawer Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C55 | Italian Game | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| C54 | Italian Game: Giuoco Pianissimo | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B03 | Alekhine Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A42 | Modern Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D13 | Slav Defense | 12 | 0/6/6 | 0.0% |
| C68 | Ruy Lopez: Exchange | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| C28 | Bishop's Opening | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| C57 | Italian Game: Two Knights Defense | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| C55 | Italian Game | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| C47 | Four Knights Game: Scotch Variation | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| C55 | Four Knights Game: Italian Variation | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B13 | Colle System | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| A10 | English Opening: Dutch Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C56 | Italian Game: Scotch Gambit | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2002 | Johanna Paasikangas Tella | 2,300 | Reykjavik Open | D03 |
| Mar 2003 | Bragi Halldorsson | 2,239 | Reykjavik Edda Rapid | B14 |
| Apr 2000 | Adrian Jackson | 2,207 | 19th Reykjavik Open | B22 |
| Apr 2000 | Halldor Palsson | 2,182 | 19th Reykjavik Open | B00 |
| Nov 2018 | Olafur Kristjansson | 2,101 | chT2-ISL 1819 | C68 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reykjavik Open | 2015 | 28 | 12 | 2,066 |
| 19th Reykjavik Open | 2000 | 9 | 3 | 2,109 |
| ch-Hellir CC | 1996 | 7 | 3.5 | 2,247 |
| Reykjavik Edda Rapid | 2003 | 6 | 3.5 | 2,360 |
| chT2-ISL 1819 | 2019 | 6 | 4.5 | 2,153 |
| 22nd Reykjavik Open | 2006 | 5 | 0.5 | 1,974 |
| chT-ISL 1415 | 2015 | 4 | 0.5 | 1,852 |
| chT-ISL 1516 | 2015 | 2 | 0 | 1,590 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Larus Knutsson's chess games?
72 games by Larus Knutsson, from Apr 2003 to Nov 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 Larus Knutsson has played.
What does Larus Knutsson play on the first move as White?
Across 33 games with White in our database, Larus Knutsson opens with 1.e4 (97% of games), 1.c4 (3% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Larus Knutsson answers 1...e5 (100% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...d5 (55% of games), 1...Nf6 (30% of games), 1...f5 (5% of games).
What openings does Larus Knutsson play as White?
As White, Larus Knutsson's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian: Alapin (11 games, 36.4% win rate); King's Indian: Sämisch (3 games, 33.3% win rate); Sicilian (3 games, 33.3% win rate). The full breakdown of 33 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Larus Knutsson play as Black?
As Black, Larus Knutsson most often plays: Slav Defense (12 games, 0.0% win rate); Ruy Lopez: Exchange (3 games, 33.3% win rate); Bishop's Opening (2 games, 50.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 39 games.
What is Larus Knutsson's FIDE rating?
Larus Knutsson is currently rated 2,002 in classical chess, 2,014 in rapid and 1,987 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,146 (Apr 2006).
How many games has Larus Knutsson played?
Our database contains 72 games by Larus Knutsson, covering Apr 2003 to Nov 2026. Overall record: 22 wins, 14 draws, 36 losses (30.6% win rate).
How do I prepare against Larus Knutsson?
72 games by Larus Knutsson 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.