Prepare against Linda Stepankova
Czechia · World #83,942 classical · FIDE ID 23750936
When preparing against Linda Stepankova, expect 1.e4 in 65% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...d5 (42% of games); against 1.d4, 1...d5 (82%).
Our database contains 72 games by Linda Stepankova, covering May 2022 to Sep 2026. Below you'll find Linda Stepankova's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Linda Stepankova 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 | 1,777 | 1,799 | Apr 2026 |
| Rapid | 1,767 | 1,782 | Dec 2025 |
| Blitz | 1,736 | 1,736 | Sep 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 72 | 30 | 14 | 27 | 41.7% |
| As White | 37 | 16 | 6 | 14 | 43.2% |
| As Black | 35 | 14 | 8 | 13 | 40.0% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Linda Stepankova's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Linda Stepankova's side.
First moves as White (37 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 24 | 64.9% | 56.3% |
| d4 | 9 | 24.3% | 50.0% |
| c4 | 4 | 10.8% | 37.5% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 65% of White games, 56.3% score
- …e5 (42% of these games) — Stepankova usually continues Nf3 (55.0% score)
- …e6 (21% of these games) — Stepankova usually continues d4 (50.0% score)
- …c5 (21% of these games) — Stepankova usually continues Nf3 (33.3% score)
- 1.d4 — 24% of White games, 50.0% score
- …d5 (56% of these games) — Stepankova usually continues Bf4 (50.0% score)
- …Nf6 (22% of these games) — Stepankova usually continues c4 (75.0% score)
- …f5 (11% of these games) — Stepankova usually continues Nf3 (100.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (19 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d5 | 8 | 42.1% | 50.0% |
| e5 | 3 | 15.8% | 33.3% |
| c5 | 3 | 15.8% | 50.0% |
| c6 | 3 | 15.8% | 66.7% |
| d6 | 1 | 5.3% | 50.0% |
| e6 | 1 | 5.3% | 50.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (11 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d5 | 9 | 81.8% | 55.6% |
| Nf6 | 2 | 18.2% | 50.0% |
Linda Stepankova's chess games
All 72 games by Linda Stepankova in the Chess.ceo database (May 2022 - Sep 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: 30 wins, 14 draws, 27 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D00 | London System | 4 | 1/1/2 | 25.0% |
| A36 | Sicilian | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| C68 | Ruy Lopez: Exchange | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| C01 | French: Exchange Variation | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| C10 | French Defense | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| B13 | Caro-Kann: Exchange Variation | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| D32 | Queen's Gambit Declined | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| C44 | Scotch Game | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| D80 | Grünfeld Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A29 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 1 | 0/0/0 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Main Line | 5 | 2/2/1 | 40.0% |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Modern Variation | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| D30 | Queen's Gambit Declined | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| B34 | Sicilian: Accelerated Dragon | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| A48 | London System | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A22 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| A00 | Orangutan opening | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| D02 | Queen's Pawn Game | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B13 | Caro-Kann: Exchange Variation | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A52 | Budapest Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2026 | Jakub Mlynek | 2,048 | Ricany Open A 2026 | D10 |
| Jun 2026 | Robin Smisek | 1,960 | Mistrovství České republiky školních týmů v šachu 2026, žáci z 6. - 9. tříd | D30 |
| Jun 2026 | Martin Muron | 1,838 | Mistrovství České republiky školních týmů v šachu 2026, žáci z 6. - 9. tříd | B47 |
| Nov 2024 | Yesenia Lukin | 1,732 | World Cadets U12 Girls | D02 |
| Aug 2026 | Matej Mora | 1,711 | Ricany Open A 2026 | C50 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ch-CZE U12 Girls | 2024 | 18 | 11.5 | 1,454 |
| World Cadets U12 Girls | 2024 | 10 | 4 | 1,563 |
| ch-CZE U10 Girls | 2022 | 9 | 5 | 1,181 |
| Czech Youth Championship 2026 | Girls U14 | 2026 | 9 | 5.5 | 1,785 |
| Ricany Open A 2026 | 2026 | 9 | 4 | 1,807 |
| Znojmo Rotunda Open B | 2023 | 8 | 4.5 | 1,471 |
| Czech Rapid Youth Championship 2026 | Girls | U14 | 2026 | 4 | 0.5 | 1,602 |
| Mistrovství České republiky školních týmů v šachu 2026, žáci z 6. - 9. tříd | 2026 | 4 | 2 | 1,899 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Linda Stepankova's chess games?
72 games by Linda Stepankova, from May 2022 to Sep 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 Linda Stepankova has played.
What does Linda Stepankova play on the first move as White?
Across 37 games with White in our database, Linda Stepankova opens with 1.e4 (65% of games), 1.d4 (24% of games), 1.c4 (11% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Linda Stepankova answers 1...d5 (42% of games), 1...e5 (16% of games), 1...c5 (16% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...d5 (82% of games), 1...Nf6 (18% of games).
What openings does Linda Stepankova play as White?
As White, Linda Stepankova's most-played openings in our database are: London System (4 games, 25.0% win rate); Sicilian (3 games, 33.3% win rate); Ruy Lopez: Exchange (3 games, 33.3% win rate). The full breakdown of 37 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Linda Stepankova play as Black?
As Black, Linda Stepankova most often plays: Scandinavian Defense: Main Line (5 games, 40.0% win rate); Scandinavian Defense: Modern Variation (3 games, 33.3% win rate); Queen's Gambit Declined (3 games, 33.3% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 35 games.
What is Linda Stepankova's FIDE rating?
Linda Stepankova is currently rated 1,777 in classical chess, 1,767 in rapid and 1,736 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 1,799 (Apr 2026).
How many games has Linda Stepankova played?
Our database contains 72 games by Linda Stepankova, covering May 2022 to Sep 2026. Overall record: 30 wins, 14 draws, 27 losses (41.7% win rate).
How do I prepare against Linda Stepankova?
72 games by Linda Stepankova 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.