Prepare against Martinho Figueira Capelo
Brazil · World #67,112 classical · FIDE ID 2122839
When preparing against Martinho Figueira Capelo, expect 1.e4 in 76% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (67% of games); against 1.d4, 1...d5 (50%).
Our database contains 121 games by Martinho Figueira Capelo, covering Feb 2014 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Martinho Figueira Capelo's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Martinho Figueira Capelo 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 | 1,831 | 2,015 | May 2014 |
| Rapid | 1,863 | 1,895 | Dec 2025 |
| Blitz | 1,843 | 1,850 | Sep 2024 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 121 | 54 | 20 | 47 | 44.6% |
| As White | 63 | 30 | 9 | 24 | 47.6% |
| As Black | 58 | 24 | 11 | 23 | 41.4% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Martinho Figueira Capelo's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Martinho Figueira Capelo's side.
First moves as White (63 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 48 | 76.2% | 55.2% |
| d4 | 15 | 23.8% | 53.3% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 76% of White games, 55.2% score
- …c5 (46% of these games) — Capelo usually continues c3 (66.7% score)
- …e5 (25% of these games) — Capelo usually continues Nf3 (65.0% score)
- …e6 (10% of these games) — Capelo usually continues d4 (50.0% score)
- 1.d4 — 24% of White games, 53.3% score
- …Nf6 (60% of these games) — Capelo usually continues c4 (12.5% score)
- …d5 (27% of these games) — Capelo usually continues Bf4 (100.0% score)
- …d6 (7% of these games) — Capelo usually continues Nf3 (100.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (24 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 16 | 66.7% | 53.1% |
| e6 | 3 | 12.5% | 83.3% |
| d6 | 2 | 8.3% | 0.0% |
| Nc6 | 2 | 8.3% | 0.0% |
| e5 | 1 | 4.2% | 0.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (24 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d5 | 12 | 50.0% | 41.7% |
| Nf6 | 7 | 29.2% | 35.7% |
| e6 | 3 | 12.5% | 33.3% |
| g6 | 2 | 8.3% | 100.0% |
Martinho Figueira Capelo's chess games
All 121 games by Martinho Figueira Capelo in the Chess.ceo database (Feb 2014 - 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: 54 wins, 20 draws, 47 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B22 | Sicilian: Alapin | 12 | 8/0/4 | 66.7% |
| B22 | Sicilian | 4 | 1/1/2 | 25.0% |
| C06 | French: Tarrasch Variation | 3 | 0/1/2 | 0.0% |
| C44 | Scotch Game | 3 | 0/2/1 | 0.0% |
| B90 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 3 | 0/2/1 | 0.0% |
| A45 | London System | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| C02 | French: Advance Variation | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B08 | Pirc Defense | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| C41 | Pirc Defense: Lion System | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| A48 | Indian Defense | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B27 | Sicilian: Hyperaccelerated Dragon | 5 | 3/0/2 | 60.0% |
| A40 | English Defense | 4 | 2/0/2 | 50.0% |
| D00 | Queen's Pawn Game | 4 | 1/1/2 | 25.0% |
| B06 | Sicilian: Alapin | 4 | 0/2/2 | 0.0% |
| D31 | English Opening | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 3 | 1/2/0 | 33.3% |
| B34 | Sicilian: Accelerated Dragon | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| A48 | Indian Defense | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| D02 | London System | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| A08 | Modern Defense | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2013 | Jose Lucas Aurelli Abdalla | 2,069 | Mogi das Cruzes Open 09 | B70 |
| Sep 2013 | Jose Ferreira Azevedo Junior | 2,059 | Mogi das Cruzes Open 09 | A37 |
| Nov 2017 | Constantino Pritsopoulos | 1,994 | 3rd Sao Paulo SP ECP Open | D10 |
| Sep 2013 | Ed Carlos Leite Luques Benitez | 1,962 | Mogi das Cruzes Open 09 | B22 |
| May 2008 | Denrick Cabral Jose Jorge | 1,958 | Santos Open | C01 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12th Sao Paulo Hebraica | 2015 | 9 | 5.5 | 1,841 |
| 18th Sao Paulo Hebraica Open | 2014 | 6 | 3 | 1,765 |
| 3rd Sao Paulo Open B | 2015 | 6 | 4 | 1,914 |
| 19th Sao Paulo Hebraica Open | 2015 | 6 | 3 | 1,745 |
| 33rd Sao Paulo Hebraica Open | 2024 | 6 | 3.5 | 1,862 |
| Sao Paulo Open | 2023 | 6 | 3 | 1,818 |
| 17th Sao Paulo Hebraica Open | 2014 | 6 | 3 | 1,873 |
| Mogi das Cruzes Open 09 | 2013 | 6 | 3 | 2,156 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Martinho Figueira Capelo's chess games?
121 games by Martinho Figueira Capelo, from Feb 2014 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 Martinho Figueira Capelo has played.
What does Martinho Figueira Capelo play on the first move as White?
Across 63 games with White in our database, Martinho Figueira Capelo opens with 1.e4 (76% of games), 1.d4 (24% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Martinho Figueira Capelo answers 1...c5 (67% of games), 1...e6 (13% of games), 1...d6 (8% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...d5 (50% of games), 1...Nf6 (29% of games), 1...e6 (13% of games).
What openings does Martinho Figueira Capelo play as White?
As White, Martinho Figueira Capelo's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian: Alapin (12 games, 66.7% win rate); Sicilian (4 games, 25.0% win rate); French: Tarrasch Variation (3 games, 0.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 63 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Martinho Figueira Capelo play as Black?
As Black, Martinho Figueira Capelo most often plays: Sicilian: Hyperaccelerated Dragon (5 games, 60.0% win rate); English Defense (4 games, 50.0% win rate); Queen's Pawn Game (4 games, 25.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 58 games.
What is Martinho Figueira Capelo's FIDE rating?
Martinho Figueira Capelo is currently rated 1,831 in classical chess, 1,863 in rapid and 1,843 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,015 (May 2014).
How many games has Martinho Figueira Capelo played?
Our database contains 121 games by Martinho Figueira Capelo, covering Feb 2014 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 54 wins, 20 draws, 47 losses (44.6% win rate).
How do I prepare against Martinho Figueira Capelo?
121 games by Martinho Figueira Capelo 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.