Prepare against Martin Germann
CHE · World #102,532 classical · FIDE ID 1315099
When preparing against Martin Germann, expect 1.d4 in 88% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e6 (71% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%).
Our database contains 34 games by Martin Germann, covering Aug 2013 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Martin Germann's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Martin Germann 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 | 1,722 | 1,850 | Oct 2024 |
| Rapid | 1,905 | 1,905 | Jul 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 34 | 6 | 8 | 20 | 17.6% |
| As White | 16 | 3 | 4 | 9 | 18.8% |
| As Black | 18 | 3 | 4 | 11 | 16.7% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Martin Germann's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Martin Germann's side.
First moves as White (16 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 14 | 87.5% | 28.6% |
| e4 | 2 | 12.5% | 50.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 88% of White games, 28.6% score
- …Nf6 (57% of these games) — Germann usually continues Nf3 (14.3% score)
- …d5 (21% of these games) — Germann usually continues Nf3 (33.3% score)
- …g6 (7% of these games) — Germann usually continues e4 (0.0% score)
- 1.e4 — 13% of White games, 50.0% score
- …e5 (100% of these games) — Germann usually continues Nf3 (50.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (7 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e6 | 5 | 71.4% | 40.0% |
| c5 | 2 | 28.6% | 50.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (6 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 6 | 100.0% | 33.3% |
Martin Germann's chess games
All 34 games by Martin Germann in the Chess.ceo database (Aug 2013 - 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: 6 wins, 8 draws, 20 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A46 | Indian Defense | 5 | 1/0/4 | 20.0% |
| D04 | Colle System | 4 | 0/2/2 | 0.0% |
| C40 | Elephant Gambit | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| D05 | English Defense | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| A85 | Dutch Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B08 | King's Indian Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| B08 | Modern Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C42 | Petrov's Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| A45 | Queen's Pawn Game: Chigorin Variation | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A45 | Queen's Pawn Game | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| A57 | Benoni Defense | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| A34 | English Opening: Symmetrical | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C02 | French: Advance Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C13 | French: Classical Variation | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| C00 | French Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| C01 | French: Exchange Variation | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| C06 | French: Tarrasch Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| A45 | Indian Defense | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| E81 | King's Indian: Sämisch | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2024 | Maurizio Galimberti | 1,667 | 46th Arco Open | A45 |
| Oct 2025 | Anna Crispino | 1,568 | 47th Arco Open | A46 |
| Oct 2025 | Roberto Fincati | 1,466 | 47th Arco Open | C00 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47th Arco Open | 2025 | 9 | 3.5 | 1,629 |
| 46th Arco Open | 2024 | 8 | 2 | 1,603 |
| chT-EU Seniors 50 | 2018 | 7 | 1 | 1,723 |
| San Bernardino Open | 1992 | 6 | 2 | 2,359 |
| Pontresina Seniors HT II | 2000 | 1 | 0.5 | – |
| ch-SUI Hauptturnier II | 1999 | 1 | 0 | 1,420 |
| Samnaun HT2 | 2004 | 1 | 1 | – |
| Arosa HT2 Open | 1996 | 1 | 0 | 1,380 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Martin Germann's chess games?
34 games by Martin Germann, from Aug 2013 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 Martin Germann has played.
What does Martin Germann play on the first move as White?
Across 16 games with White in our database, Martin Germann opens with 1.d4 (88% of games), 1.e4 (13% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Martin Germann answers 1...e6 (71% of games), 1...c5 (29% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Martin Germann play as White?
As White, Martin Germann's most-played openings in our database are: Indian Defense (5 games, 20.0% win rate); Colle System (4 games, 0.0% win rate); Elephant Gambit (1 games, 100.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 16 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Martin Germann play as Black?
As Black, Martin Germann most often plays: Queen's Pawn Game (2 games, 50.0% win rate); Benoni Defense (2 games, 0.0% win rate); English Opening: Symmetrical (1 games, 0.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 18 games.
What is Martin Germann's FIDE rating?
Martin Germann is currently rated 1,722 in classical chess, 1,905 in rapid. Peak classical rating: 1,850 (Oct 2024).
How many games has Martin Germann played?
Our database contains 34 games by Martin Germann, covering Aug 2013 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 6 wins, 8 draws, 20 losses (17.6% win rate).
How do I prepare against Martin Germann?
34 games by Martin Germann 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.