Prepare against Metin Hatipoglu
Türkiye · World #127,045 classical · FIDE ID 6302017
When preparing against Metin Hatipoglu, expect 1.e4 in 93% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (74% of games); against 1.d4, 1...d5 (66%). Lowest win rate among frequent openings: Sicilian as Black, 38.9% over 18 games.
Our database contains 182 games by Metin Hatipoglu, covering Apr 2003 to Aug 2026. Below you'll find Metin Hatipoglu's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Metin Hatipoglu 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 | 1,654 | 1,893 | Jul 2004 |
| Rapid | 1,825 | 1,825 | Aug 2026 |
| Blitz | 1,799 | 1,799 | Aug 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 182 | 72 | 20 | 90 | 39.6% |
| As White | 83 | 38 | 10 | 35 | 45.8% |
| As Black | 99 | 34 | 10 | 55 | 34.3% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Metin Hatipoglu's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Metin Hatipoglu's side.
First moves as White (83 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 77 | 92.8% | 53.2% |
| d4 | 5 | 6.0% | 40.0% |
| Nf3 | 1 | 1.2% | 0.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 93% of White games, 53.2% score
- …e5 (34% of these games) — Hatipoglu usually continues Nf3 (58.0% score)
- …c5 (32% of these games) — Hatipoglu usually continues Nf3 (48.0% score)
- …c6 (9% of these games) — Hatipoglu usually continues d4 (16.7% score)
- 1.d4 — 6% of White games, 40.0% score
- …Nf6 (60% of these games) — Hatipoglu usually continues c4 (33.3% score)
- …c5 (20% of these games) — Hatipoglu usually continues d5 (0.0% score)
- …e6 (20% of these games) — Hatipoglu usually continues c4 (100.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (42 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 31 | 73.8% | 45.2% |
| e5 | 10 | 23.8% | 55.0% |
| d6 | 1 | 2.4% | 100.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (38 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d5 | 25 | 65.8% | 24.0% |
| c5 | 10 | 26.3% | 45.0% |
| Nf6 | 3 | 7.9% | 33.3% |
Metin Hatipoglu's chess games
All 182 games by Metin Hatipoglu in the Chess.ceo database (Apr 2003 - Aug 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: 72 wins, 20 draws, 90 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B41 | Sicilian | 9 | 5/1/3 | 55.6% |
| B92 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 7 | 3/2/2 | 42.9% |
| C89 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 5 | 3/0/2 | 60.0% |
| B13 | Caro-Kann: Exchange Variation | 5 | 1/0/4 | 20.0% |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Main Line | 4 | 3/0/1 | 75.0% |
| B07 | Pirc Defense | 4 | 2/1/1 | 50.0% |
| C54 | Italian Game: Giuoco Pianissimo | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| C54 | Italian Game: Classical Variation | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| C52 | Italian Game: Evans Gambit | 3 | 3/0/0 | 100.0% |
| C50 | Italian Game | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B40 | Sicilian | 18 | 7/2/9 | 38.9% |
| D37 | Indian Defense | 13 | 2/1/10 | 15.4% |
| A43 | Benoni Defense | 10 | 4/1/5 | 40.0% |
| D02 | Réti Opening | 7 | 1/1/5 | 14.3% |
| D02 | London System | 6 | 3/0/3 | 50.0% |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 5 | 3/0/2 | 60.0% |
| B22 | Sicilian: Alapin | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| D00 | Queen's Pawn Game | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| A20 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| C55 | Italian Game | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2009 | Simon Baudrexel | 2,019 | 12th Rhein Main Open | B54 |
| Feb 2017 | Cihan Kilic | 2,003 | TUR Cup | D40 |
| Dec 2010 | Armando Cerioni | 1,986 | 31st Milan Crespi Open B | B07 |
| Jan 2018 | Ersin Aydin | 1,962 | TUR Cup | D37 |
| Dec 2010 | Savino Di Lascio | 1,940 | 31st Milan Crespi Open B | B52 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TUR Cup | 2022 | 44 | 19.5 | 1,710 |
| Manavgat Turkey Cup | 2016 | 21 | 11.5 | 1,740 |
| ch-TUR | 2012 | 18 | 7.5 | 1,818 |
| TUR Cup | 2018 | 11 | 5.5 | 1,834 |
| ch-TUR Open | 2008 | 11 | 5.5 | 1,709 |
| Izmir Open | 2003 | 9 | 4.5 | 2,266 |
| 7th Kesarovski Georgiev Memorial | 2008 | 9 | 4 | 2,074 |
| 23rd Troya Open | 2015 | 9 | 4 | 1,765 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Metin Hatipoglu's chess games?
182 games by Metin Hatipoglu, from Apr 2003 to Aug 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 Metin Hatipoglu has played.
What does Metin Hatipoglu play on the first move as White?
Across 83 games with White in our database, Metin Hatipoglu opens with 1.e4 (93% of games), 1.d4 (6% of games), 1.Nf3 (1% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Metin Hatipoglu answers 1...c5 (74% of games), 1...e5 (24% of games), 1...d6 (2% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...d5 (66% of games), 1...c5 (26% of games), 1...Nf6 (8% of games).
What openings does Metin Hatipoglu play as White?
As White, Metin Hatipoglu's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian (9 games, 55.6% win rate); Sicilian: Najdorf (7 games, 42.9% win rate); Ruy Lopez: Closed (5 games, 60.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 83 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Metin Hatipoglu play as Black?
As Black, Metin Hatipoglu most often plays: Sicilian (18 games, 38.9% win rate); Indian Defense (13 games, 15.4% win rate); Benoni Defense (10 games, 40.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 99 games.
What is Metin Hatipoglu's FIDE rating?
Metin Hatipoglu is currently rated 1,654 in classical chess, 1,825 in rapid and 1,799 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 1,893 (Jul 2004).
How many games has Metin Hatipoglu played?
Our database contains 182 games by Metin Hatipoglu, covering Apr 2003 to Aug 2026. Overall record: 72 wins, 20 draws, 90 losses (39.6% win rate).
How do I prepare against Metin Hatipoglu?
182 games by Metin Hatipoglu 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.