Prepare against Michael Hochstrasser
IM · CHE · World #3,818 classical · FIDE ID 1302981
When preparing against Michael Hochstrasser, expect 1.d4 in 86% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e6 (76% of games); against 1.d4, 1...d5 (39%). Lowest win rate among frequent openings: Slav Defense as Black, 12.5% over 24 games.
Our database contains 402 games by Michael Hochstrasser, covering Apr 2003 to Aug 2026. Below you'll find Michael Hochstrasser's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Michael Hochstrasser 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 | 2,308 | 2,400 | Apr 2008 |
| Rapid | 2,311 | 2,329 | Aug 2023 |
| Blitz | 2,234 | 2,310 | Nov 2024 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 402 | 128 | 134 | 140 | 31.8% |
| As White | 202 | 65 | 73 | 64 | 32.2% |
| As Black | 200 | 63 | 61 | 76 | 31.5% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Michael Hochstrasser's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Michael Hochstrasser's side.
First moves as White (202 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 174 | 86.1% | 48.6% |
| Nf3 | 13 | 6.4% | 65.4% |
| g3 | 13 | 6.4% | 53.8% |
| e4 | 2 | 1.0% | 75.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 86% of White games, 48.6% score
- …Nf6 (57% of these games) — Hochstrasser usually continues c4 (47.9% score)
- …d5 (28% of these games) — Hochstrasser usually continues c4 (50.0% score)
- …e6 (6% of these games) — Hochstrasser usually continues c4 (50.0% score)
- 1.Nf3 — 6% of White games, 65.4% score
- …c5 (31% of these games) — Hochstrasser usually continues g3 (87.5% score)
- …Nf6 (31% of these games) — Hochstrasser usually continues g3 (50.0% score)
- …d5 (23% of these games) — Hochstrasser usually continues g3 (50.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (78 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e6 | 59 | 75.6% | 46.6% |
| e5 | 12 | 15.4% | 37.5% |
| g6 | 6 | 7.7% | 33.3% |
| d6 | 1 | 1.3% | 0.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (72 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d5 | 28 | 38.9% | 33.9% |
| g6 | 28 | 38.9% | 66.1% |
| Nf6 | 15 | 20.8% | 43.3% |
| e6 | 1 | 1.4% | 0.0% |
Michael Hochstrasser's chess games
All 402 games by Michael Hochstrasser 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: 128 wins, 134 draws, 140 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A65 | King's Indian: Sämisch | 25 | 9/7/9 | 36.0% |
| E42 | Nimzo-Indian: Rubinstein System | 22 | 4/10/8 | 18.2% |
| A57 | Benoni Defense | 21 | 9/4/8 | 42.9% |
| D15 | Slav Defense | 15 | 6/6/3 | 40.0% |
| A50 | Indian Defense | 12 | 5/5/2 | 41.7% |
| C00 | Réti Opening | 10 | 6/2/2 | 60.0% |
| C00 | Hungarian Opening | 8 | 2/5/1 | 25.0% |
| E20 | Nimzo-Indian: Kmoch Variation | 8 | 4/2/2 | 50.0% |
| D36 | Semi-Slav Defense | 7 | 2/4/1 | 28.6% |
| D90 | Grünfeld Defense | 7 | 2/2/3 | 28.6% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A42 | Modern Defense | 56 | 24/16/16 | 42.9% |
| C18 | French: Winawer Variation | 30 | 12/7/11 | 40.0% |
| D10 | Slav Defense | 24 | 3/12/9 | 12.5% |
| C06 | French: Tarrasch Variation | 12 | 2/3/7 | 16.7% |
| A26 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 8 | 4/1/3 | 50.0% |
| C02 | French: Advance Variation | 7 | 3/1/3 | 42.9% |
| D02 | Queen's Pawn Game | 6 | 0/4/2 | 0.0% |
| C00 | King's Indian Attack | 5 | 3/1/1 | 60.0% |
| D00 | London System | 5 | 1/1/3 | 20.0% |
| E82 | King's Indian: Sämisch | 4 | 2/1/1 | 50.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2009 | Michele Godena | 2,548 | chT-SUI | D36 |
| Jun 2007 | Joseph G. Gallagher | 2,534 | chT-SUI | A65 |
| Apr 2007 | Vlastimil Hort | 2,523 | chT-SUI | D90 |
| Sep 2017 | Clovis Vernay | 2,506 | chT-SUI | D19 |
| Jan 2003 | Aloyzas Kveinys | 2,495 | Zuerich Open A 27th | E49 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| chT-SUI | 2024 | 176 | 78 | 2,330 |
| Biel Credis Open | 1995 | 12 | 5.5 | 2,346 |
| Winterthur-B | 1996 | 11 | 4.5 | 2,259 |
| Hallsberg Open 9697 U18 | 1997 | 9 | 5 | 2,301 |
| ch-SUI Rapid | 2023 | 9 | 5.5 | 2,171 |
| ch-SUI Open | 2007 | 9 | 6.5 | 2,526 |
| 6th ch-World University | 2000 | 9 | 3.5 | 2,212 |
| Samnaun | 2004 | 9 | 3.5 | 2,320 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Michael Hochstrasser's chess games?
402 games by Michael Hochstrasser, 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 Michael Hochstrasser has played.
What does Michael Hochstrasser play on the first move as White?
Across 202 games with White in our database, Michael Hochstrasser opens with 1.d4 (86% of games), 1.Nf3 (6% of games), 1.g3 (6% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Michael Hochstrasser answers 1...e6 (76% of games), 1...e5 (15% of games), 1...g6 (8% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...d5 (39% of games), 1...g6 (39% of games), 1...Nf6 (21% of games).
What openings does Michael Hochstrasser play as White?
As White, Michael Hochstrasser's most-played openings in our database are: King's Indian: Sämisch (25 games, 36.0% win rate); Nimzo-Indian: Rubinstein System (22 games, 18.2% win rate); Benoni Defense (21 games, 42.9% win rate). The full breakdown of 202 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Michael Hochstrasser play as Black?
As Black, Michael Hochstrasser most often plays: Modern Defense (56 games, 42.9% win rate); French: Winawer Variation (30 games, 40.0% win rate); Slav Defense (24 games, 12.5% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 200 games.
What is Michael Hochstrasser's FIDE rating?
Michael Hochstrasser is currently rated 2,308 in classical chess, 2,311 in rapid and 2,234 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,400 (Apr 2008).
How many games has Michael Hochstrasser played?
Our database contains 402 games by Michael Hochstrasser, covering Apr 2003 to Aug 2026. Overall record: 128 wins, 134 draws, 140 losses (31.8% win rate).
How do I prepare against Michael Hochstrasser?
402 games by Michael Hochstrasser 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.