Prepare against Michael R. W. Olsen
DNK · World #21,311 classical · FIDE ID 1440969
When preparing against Michael R. W. Olsen, expect 1.e4 in 58% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e6 (39% of games); against 1.d4, 1...d5 (31%). Lowest win rate among frequent openings: Sicilian as White, 43.8% over 16 games.
Our database contains 179 games by Michael R. W. Olsen, covering Jul 2011 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Michael R. W. Olsen's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Michael R. W. Olsen 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 | 2,046 | 2,139 | Oct 2022 |
| Rapid | 2,021 | 2,080 | Dec 2015 |
| Blitz | 2,039 | 2,065 | May 2016 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 179 | 74 | 32 | 73 | 41.3% |
| As White | 89 | 37 | 19 | 33 | 41.6% |
| As Black | 90 | 37 | 13 | 40 | 41.1% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Michael R. W. Olsen's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Michael R. W. Olsen's side.
First moves as White (89 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 52 | 58.4% | 55.8% |
| Nf3 | 24 | 27.0% | 56.3% |
| a3 | 5 | 5.6% | 10.0% |
| b4 | 2 | 2.2% | 100.0% |
| g3 | 2 | 2.2% | 50.0% |
| c4 | 2 | 2.2% | 25.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 58% of White games, 55.8% score
- …c5 (42% of these games) — Olsen usually continues Nf3 (55.3% score)
- …e5 (19% of these games) — Olsen usually continues Nf3 (50.0% score)
- …e6 (12% of these games) — Olsen usually continues Nf3 (16.7% score)
- 1.Nf3 — 27% of White games, 56.3% score
- …d5 (46% of these games) — Olsen usually continues g3 (55.6% score)
- …Nf6 (29% of these games) — Olsen usually continues g3 (41.7% score)
- …c5 (17% of these games) — Olsen usually continues g3 (62.5% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (36 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e6 | 14 | 38.9% | 46.4% |
| d5 | 7 | 19.4% | 42.9% |
| e5 | 6 | 16.7% | 50.0% |
| d6 | 5 | 13.9% | 40.0% |
| b6 | 1 | 2.8% | 100.0% |
| c6 | 1 | 2.8% | 50.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (32 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d5 | 10 | 31.3% | 40.0% |
| c5 | 6 | 18.8% | 50.0% |
| e6 | 5 | 15.6% | 70.0% |
| Nf6 | 5 | 15.6% | 80.0% |
| d6 | 3 | 9.4% | 66.7% |
| a6 | 1 | 3.1% | 0.0% |
Michael R. W. Olsen's chess games
All 179 games by Michael R. W. Olsen in the Chess.ceo database (Jul 2011 - 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: 74 wins, 32 draws, 73 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A07 | Réti Opening | 19 | 10/4/5 | 52.6% |
| B50 | Sicilian | 16 | 7/3/6 | 43.8% |
| C00 | French Defense | 5 | 0/3/2 | 0.0% |
| A00 | Anderssen's opening | 5 | 0/1/4 | 0.0% |
| B07 | Pirc Defense | 4 | 2/1/1 | 50.0% |
| B10 | Caro-Kann | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| B06 | Modern Defense | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| B02 | Alekhine Defense | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| A17 | English Opening | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| A00 | Orangutan opening | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A44 | Benoni Defense | 9 | 5/1/3 | 55.6% |
| C10 | French Defense | 9 | 3/0/6 | 33.3% |
| D05 | Indian Defense | 5 | 1/1/3 | 20.0% |
| B07 | Pirc Defense | 5 | 2/0/3 | 40.0% |
| A40 | Queen's Pawn Game | 5 | 1/1/3 | 20.0% |
| A04 | Réti Opening | 4 | 1/0/3 | 25.0% |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Main Line | 4 | 2/0/2 | 50.0% |
| A18 | Indian Defense: Anti-Nimzo-Indian | 3 | 1/2/0 | 33.3% |
| A39 | English Opening | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| C00 | King's Indian Attack | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2019 | Thomas Johansson | 2,241 | Copenhagen Obro New Year Open | D02 |
| Oct 2016 | Mikkel Manosri Jacobsen | 2,215 | Bronshoj SenSommer A | D36 |
| Feb 2015 | Thomas Bach Nielsen | 2,198 | Copenhagen Bronshoj Open | E10 |
| Feb 2015 | Mogens Moe | 2,183 | Copenhagen Bronshoj Open | A08 |
| Feb 2013 | Alexander Rhee | 2,183 | Copenhagen Bronshoj Open | A00 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copenhagen Bronshoj Open | 2017 | 26 | 14 | 2,039 |
| Copenhagen Challenge | 2015 | 19 | 7.5 | 1,890 |
| Bronshoj SenSommer A | 2016 | 14 | 8 | 2,129 |
| 36th Politiken Cup | 2014 | 10 | 5 | 1,992 |
| 37th Politiken Cup | 2015 | 9 | 5 | 2,085 |
| 6th Borup Open | 2012 | 9 | 3.5 | 1,965 |
| Koge Xtracon Open | 2013 | 9 | 5 | 2,100 |
| Copenhagen Cand Open | 2013 | 8 | 3.5 | 1,974 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Michael R. W. Olsen's chess games?
179 games by Michael R. W. Olsen, from Jul 2011 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 R. W. Olsen has played.
What does Michael R. W. Olsen play on the first move as White?
Across 89 games with White in our database, Michael R. W. Olsen opens with 1.e4 (58% of games), 1.Nf3 (27% of games), 1.a3 (6% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Michael R. W. Olsen answers 1...e6 (39% of games), 1...d5 (19% of games), 1...e5 (17% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...d5 (31% of games), 1...c5 (19% of games), 1...e6 (16% of games).
What openings does Michael R. W. Olsen play as White?
As White, Michael R. W. Olsen's most-played openings in our database are: Réti Opening (19 games, 52.6% win rate); Sicilian (16 games, 43.8% win rate); French Defense (5 games, 0.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 89 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Michael R. W. Olsen play as Black?
As Black, Michael R. W. Olsen most often plays: Benoni Defense (9 games, 55.6% win rate); French Defense (9 games, 33.3% win rate); Indian Defense (5 games, 20.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 90 games.
What is Michael R. W. Olsen's FIDE rating?
Michael R. W. Olsen is currently rated 2,046 in classical chess, 2,021 in rapid and 2,039 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,139 (Oct 2022).
How many games has Michael R. W. Olsen played?
Our database contains 179 games by Michael R. W. Olsen, covering Jul 2011 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 74 wins, 32 draws, 73 losses (41.3% win rate).
How do I prepare against Michael R. W. Olsen?
179 games by Michael R. W. Olsen 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.