Prepare against Michael Hoffmann
GM · DEU · World #1,329 classical · FIDE ID 4601297
When preparing against Michael Hoffmann, expect 1.d4 in 51% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (92% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (75%). Lowest win rate among frequent openings: Catalan as Black, 12.5% over 16 games.
Our database contains 855 games by Michael Hoffmann, covering Apr 2003 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Michael Hoffmann's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Michael Hoffmann 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 | 2,424 | 2,521 | Nov 2010 |
| Rapid | 2,432 | 2,473 | Sep 2016 |
| Blitz | 2,395 | 2,507 | May 2016 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 855 | 305 | 447 | 103 | 35.7% |
| As White | 427 | 169 | 224 | 34 | 39.6% |
| As Black | 428 | 136 | 223 | 69 | 31.8% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Michael Hoffmann's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Michael Hoffmann's side.
First moves as White (427 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 217 | 50.8% | 64.1% |
| e4 | 155 | 36.3% | 66.1% |
| c4 | 40 | 9.4% | 73.8% |
| Nf3 | 14 | 3.3% | 64.3% |
| g3 | 1 | 0.2% | 100.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 51% of White games, 64.1% score
- …Nf6 (56% of these games) — Hoffmann usually continues c4 (64.2% score)
- …d5 (26% of these games) — Hoffmann usually continues c4 (61.8% score)
- …e6 (5% of these games) — Hoffmann usually continues c4 (68.8% score)
- 1.e4 — 36% of White games, 66.1% score
- …c5 (53% of these games) — Hoffmann usually continues Nf3 (67.1% score)
- …e5 (21% of these games) — Hoffmann usually continues Nf3 (62.1% score)
- …e6 (12% of these games) — Hoffmann usually continues d4 (61.1% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (197 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 182 | 92.4% | 59.6% |
| c6 | 8 | 4.1% | 56.3% |
| e6 | 3 | 1.5% | 66.7% |
| e5 | 3 | 1.5% | 33.3% |
As Black against 1.d4 (144 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 108 | 75.0% | 57.4% |
| d5 | 29 | 20.1% | 43.1% |
| e6 | 5 | 3.5% | 60.0% |
| d6 | 1 | 0.7% | 100.0% |
| f5 | 1 | 0.7% | 50.0% |
Michael Hoffmann's chess games
All 855 games by Michael Hoffmann in the Chess.ceo database (Apr 2003 - 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: 305 wins, 447 draws, 103 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D43 | Slav Defense | 35 | 9/21/5 | 25.7% |
| B67 | Sicilian | 27 | 12/13/2 | 44.4% |
| D35 | Indian Defense | 24 | 9/12/3 | 37.5% |
| B90 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 21 | 8/11/2 | 38.1% |
| E11 | Catalan | 21 | 11/9/1 | 52.4% |
| A57 | Benoni Defense | 15 | 8/7/0 | 53.3% |
| E32 | Nimzo-Indian: Classical Variation | 15 | 3/11/1 | 20.0% |
| D85 | Grünfeld Defense | 14 | 6/8/0 | 42.9% |
| A13 | English Opening | 14 | 5/8/1 | 35.7% |
| E63 | King's Indian Defense | 13 | 5/7/1 | 38.5% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B90 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 68 | 25/26/17 | 36.8% |
| B40 | Sicilian | 35 | 14/16/5 | 40.0% |
| D45 | Slav Defense | 28 | 4/17/7 | 14.3% |
| A46 | Indian Defense | 24 | 11/11/2 | 45.8% |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 22 | 8/13/1 | 36.4% |
| D85 | Grünfeld Defense | 21 | 4/16/1 | 19.0% |
| B22 | Sicilian: Alapin | 20 | 8/9/3 | 40.0% |
| A13 | English Opening | 19 | 6/10/3 | 31.6% |
| E04 | Catalan | 16 | 2/9/5 | 12.5% |
| B52 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | 14 | 3/10/1 | 21.4% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2004 | Rustem Dautov | 2,623 | Bundesliga 2004-05 | D27 |
| Nov 2005 | Konstantin Landa | 2,600 | 9th chI-Bayern Bank Hofmann | B80 |
| Dec 2007 | Stelios Halkias | 2,590 | Groningen Harmonie Open A | C72 |
| Jun 2015 | Vitaly Kunin | 2,579 | 18th Rhein Main Open A | D45 |
| Feb 2010 | Ruben Felgaer | 2,573 | 8th Gibraltar Masters | B22 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groningen Open A | 2009 | 18 | 11.5 | 2,466 |
| Bundesliga 2006-07 | 2007 | 15 | 8.5 | 2,552 |
| Bundesliga 2007-08 | 2008 | 14 | 7.5 | 2,527 |
| Bundesliga 2004-05 | 2005 | 13 | 6 | 2,456 |
| Bundesliga 2009-10 | 2010 | 13 | 10 | 2,587 |
| Bundesliga 2005-06 | 2006 | 13 | 8.5 | 2,561 |
| Bundesliga 2016-17 | 2017 | 12 | 4.5 | 2,410 |
| Bundesliga 2011-12 | 2012 | 12 | 7 | 2,528 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Michael Hoffmann's chess games?
855 games by Michael Hoffmann, from Apr 2003 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 Michael Hoffmann has played.
What does Michael Hoffmann play on the first move as White?
Across 427 games with White in our database, Michael Hoffmann opens with 1.d4 (51% of games), 1.e4 (36% of games), 1.c4 (9% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Michael Hoffmann answers 1...c5 (92% of games), 1...c6 (4% of games), 1...e6 (2% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (75% of games), 1...d5 (20% of games), 1...e6 (3% of games).
What openings does Michael Hoffmann play as White?
As White, Michael Hoffmann's most-played openings in our database are: Slav Defense (35 games, 25.7% win rate); Sicilian (27 games, 44.4% win rate); Indian Defense (24 games, 37.5% win rate). The full breakdown of 427 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Michael Hoffmann play as Black?
As Black, Michael Hoffmann most often plays: Sicilian: Najdorf (68 games, 36.8% win rate); Sicilian (35 games, 40.0% win rate); Slav Defense (28 games, 14.3% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 428 games.
What is Michael Hoffmann's FIDE rating?
Michael Hoffmann is currently rated 2,424 in classical chess, 2,432 in rapid and 2,395 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,521 (Nov 2010).
How many games has Michael Hoffmann played?
Our database contains 855 games by Michael Hoffmann, covering Apr 2003 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 305 wins, 447 draws, 103 losses (35.7% win rate).
How do I prepare against Michael Hoffmann?
855 games by Michael Hoffmann 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.