Prepare against Liong-On Mark Choong
CM · Singapore · World #59,729 classical · FIDE ID 5806410
When preparing against Liong-On Mark Choong, expect 1.c4 in 66% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (97% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%). Lowest win rate among frequent openings: Sicilian as Black, 27.8% over 18 games.
Our database contains 152 games by Liong-On Mark Choong, covering Mar 2011 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Liong-On Mark Choong's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Liong-On Mark Choong 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 | 1,857 | 1,973 | Jul 2012 |
| Rapid | 1,948 | 1,948 | Jul 2026 |
| Blitz | 1,966 | 1,966 | Jul 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 152 | 49 | 33 | 70 | 32.2% |
| As White | 77 | 26 | 15 | 36 | 33.8% |
| As Black | 75 | 23 | 18 | 34 | 30.7% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Liong-On Mark Choong's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Liong-On Mark Choong's side.
First moves as White (77 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c4 | 51 | 66.2% | 38.2% |
| e4 | 14 | 18.2% | 53.6% |
| b3 | 12 | 15.6% | 54.2% |
Main lines as White
- 1.c4 — 66% of White games, 38.2% score
- …Nf6 (24% of these games) — Choong usually continues Nc3 (21.4% score)
- …e6 (24% of these games) — Choong usually continues g3 (38.9% score)
- …e5 (22% of these games) — Choong usually continues g3 (35.0% score)
- 1.e4 — 18% of White games, 53.6% score
- …c5 (36% of these games) — Choong usually continues Nf3 (87.5% score)
- …e5 (21% of these games) — Choong usually continues Nf3 (66.7% score)
- …e6 (14% of these games) — Choong usually continues d4 (50.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (39 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 38 | 97.4% | 38.2% |
| e5 | 1 | 2.6% | 0.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (19 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 19 | 100.0% | 50.0% |
Liong-On Mark Choong's chess games
All 152 games by Liong-On Mark Choong in the Chess.ceo database (Mar 2011 - 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: 49 wins, 33 draws, 70 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A13 | English Opening | 22 | 7/6/9 | 31.8% |
| A22 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 13 | 3/3/7 | 23.1% |
| A01 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | 12 | 6/1/5 | 50.0% |
| A30 | English Opening: Symmetrical | 5 | 0/2/3 | 0.0% |
| A10 | Modern Defense | 4 | 0/1/3 | 0.0% |
| B82 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A18 | English Opening: Mikenas Variation | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| A10 | English Opening: Dutch Defense | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| C02 | French: Advance Variation | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| A14 | English Opening: Neo-Catalan | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B20 | Sicilian | 18 | 5/5/8 | 27.8% |
| A16 | English Opening | 8 | 2/2/4 | 25.0% |
| B48 | Sicilian: Taimanov | 8 | 1/2/5 | 12.5% |
| E60 | King's Indian Defense | 7 | 3/1/3 | 42.9% |
| E90 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 5 | 3/2/0 | 60.0% |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 4 | 2/0/2 | 50.0% |
| A00 | Orangutan opening | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| E80 | King's Indian: Sämisch | 3 | 0/1/2 | 0.0% |
| B92 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| B21 | Sicilian: Smith-Morra Gambit | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2016 | David Borensztajn | 2,211 | 26th Wch Seniors 65 | A38 |
| Nov 2012 | Ibrahim El Gheiadi | 2,208 | 22nd Wch Seniors | A01 |
| Nov 2018 | Norbert Pfitzer | 2,066 | 28th Wch Seniors 65 | A22 |
| Nov 2016 | Francisco Jorge Diaz Franco | 2,019 | 26th Wch Seniors 65 | A48 |
| Nov 2013 | Johann Schwertel | 2,016 | 23rd Wch Seniors | A48 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Open | 2017 | 13 | 7 | 1,861 |
| 22nd Wch Seniors | 2012 | 11 | 4.5 | 1,954 |
| 23rd Wch Seniors | 2013 | 11 | 4.5 | 1,954 |
| 28th Wch Seniors 65 | 2018 | 11 | 4.5 | 1,894 |
| 26th Wch Seniors 65 | 2016 | 11 | 5.5 | 2,038 |
| 24th Wch Seniors 65 | 2014 | 11 | 4.5 | 1,843 |
| Helsingor Xtracon Open | 2016 | 10 | 5 | 1,822 |
| 8th Bad Wiessee Senioren Cup | 2019 | 9 | 5 | 1,871 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Liong-On Mark Choong's chess games?
152 games by Liong-On Mark Choong, from Mar 2011 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 Liong-On Mark Choong has played.
What does Liong-On Mark Choong play on the first move as White?
Across 77 games with White in our database, Liong-On Mark Choong opens with 1.c4 (66% of games), 1.e4 (18% of games), 1.b3 (16% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Liong-On Mark Choong answers 1...c5 (97% of games), 1...e5 (3% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Liong-On Mark Choong play as White?
As White, Liong-On Mark Choong's most-played openings in our database are: English Opening (22 games, 31.8% win rate); English Opening: Reverse Sicilian (13 games, 23.1% win rate); Nimzovich-Larsen attack (12 games, 50.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 77 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Liong-On Mark Choong play as Black?
As Black, Liong-On Mark Choong most often plays: Sicilian (18 games, 27.8% win rate); English Opening (8 games, 25.0% win rate); Sicilian: Taimanov (8 games, 12.5% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 75 games.
What is Liong-On Mark Choong's FIDE rating?
Liong-On Mark Choong is currently rated 1,857 in classical chess, 1,948 in rapid and 1,966 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 1,973 (Jul 2012).
How many games has Liong-On Mark Choong played?
Our database contains 152 games by Liong-On Mark Choong, covering Mar 2011 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 49 wins, 33 draws, 70 losses (32.2% win rate).
How do I prepare against Liong-On Mark Choong?
152 games by Liong-On Mark Choong 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.