Prepare against Mikel Zubizarreta Riego
Spain · World #37,483 classical · FIDE ID 22231960
When preparing against Mikel Zubizarreta Riego, expect 1.d4 in 61% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (72% of games); against 1.d4, 1...d5 (63%).
Our database contains 58 games by Mikel Zubizarreta Riego, covering Aug 2014 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Mikel Zubizarreta Riego's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Mikel Zubizarreta Riego 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 | 1,947 | 2,030 | Aug 2024 |
| Rapid | 1,905 | 1,905 | Jul 2026 |
| Blitz | 1,905 | 1,956 | Apr 2022 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 58 | 18 | 12 | 28 | 31.0% |
| As White | 31 | 9 | 5 | 17 | 29.0% |
| As Black | 27 | 9 | 7 | 11 | 33.3% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Mikel Zubizarreta Riego's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Mikel Zubizarreta Riego's side.
First moves as White (31 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 19 | 61.3% | 34.2% |
| e4 | 11 | 35.5% | 45.5% |
| b3 | 1 | 3.2% | 0.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 61% of White games, 34.2% score
- …Nf6 (47% of these games) — Riego usually continues Bg5 (33.3% score)
- …d5 (47% of these games) — Riego usually continues c4 (35.7% score)
- …e6 (5% of these games) — Riego usually continues c4 (100.0% score)
- 1.e4 — 35% of White games, 45.5% score
- …c5 (36% of these games) — Riego usually continues Nf3 (62.5% score)
- …c6 (18% of these games) — Riego usually continues d4 (0.0% score)
- …d6 (18% of these games) — Riego usually continues d4 (75.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (18 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 13 | 72.2% | 50.0% |
| e5 | 5 | 27.8% | 30.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (8 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d5 | 5 | 62.5% | 40.0% |
| Nf6 | 3 | 37.5% | 50.0% |
Mikel Zubizarreta Riego's chess games
All 58 games by Mikel Zubizarreta Riego in the Chess.ceo database (Aug 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: 18 wins, 12 draws, 28 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A45 | Trompowsky Attack | 6 | 1/2/3 | 16.7% |
| D13 | Slav Defense | 5 | 2/0/3 | 40.0% |
| A04 | Sicilian | 4 | 2/1/1 | 50.0% |
| B07 | Pirc Defense | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| D55 | Indian Defense | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| C58 | Italian Game: Two Knights Defense | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| B13 | Caro-Kann: Exchange Variation | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| D31 | Semi-Slav Defense | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| A84 | Queen's Gambit Declined | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| E15 | Queen's Indian Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B41 | Sicilian | 10 | 3/3/4 | 30.0% |
| D02 | London System | 4 | 1/2/1 | 25.0% |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| C50 | Italian Game | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| C54 | Italian Game: Classical Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| E80 | King's Indian: Sämisch | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| D07 | Queen's Gambit | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C66 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| C40 | Elephant Gambit | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| B22 | Sicilian: Smith-Morra Gambit | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2023 | Serafin Moral Garcia | 2,274 | La Zubia Open | B22 |
| Sep 2016 | Alvaro Diaz Herrero | 2,217 | Getxo Open 1st | A04 |
| Feb 2017 | David Garrido Lasheras | 2,084 | chT-Euskadi (Vasca) Div 1st | B00 |
| Aug 2024 | Josep Soler Bel | 1,916 | 33rd La Pobla de Lillet Open | D44 |
| Aug 2024 | Lorenzo Garcia Galeote | 1,914 | 33rd La Pobla de Lillet Open | A84 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Merida World Heritage Open | 2021 | 9 | 5.5 | 1,824 |
| 33rd La Pobla de Lillet Open | 2024 | 8 | 4 | 1,993 |
| chT-Euskadi (Vasca) Div 1st | 2017 | 6 | 3.5 | 2,061 |
| ch-Euskadi U16 | 2006 | 6 | 3 | 1,888 |
| ch-Euskadi U18 | 2007 | 5 | 0 | 1,507 |
| La Zubia Open | 2023 | 5 | 2.5 | 1,917 |
| chT-ESP Rapid | 2024 | 5 | 2.5 | 2,104 |
| Valdepenas U2200 Open 2nd | 2020 | 2 | 0.5 | 1,933 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Mikel Zubizarreta Riego's chess games?
58 games by Mikel Zubizarreta Riego, from Aug 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 Mikel Zubizarreta Riego has played.
What does Mikel Zubizarreta Riego play on the first move as White?
Across 31 games with White in our database, Mikel Zubizarreta Riego opens with 1.d4 (61% of games), 1.e4 (35% of games), 1.b3 (3% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Mikel Zubizarreta Riego answers 1...c5 (72% of games), 1...e5 (28% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...d5 (63% of games), 1...Nf6 (38% of games).
What openings does Mikel Zubizarreta Riego play as White?
As White, Mikel Zubizarreta Riego's most-played openings in our database are: Trompowsky Attack (6 games, 16.7% win rate); Slav Defense (5 games, 40.0% win rate); Sicilian (4 games, 50.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 31 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Mikel Zubizarreta Riego play as Black?
As Black, Mikel Zubizarreta Riego most often plays: Sicilian (10 games, 30.0% win rate); London System (4 games, 25.0% win rate); Sicilian: Closed (2 games, 50.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 27 games.
What is Mikel Zubizarreta Riego's FIDE rating?
Mikel Zubizarreta Riego is currently rated 1,947 in classical chess, 1,905 in rapid and 1,905 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,030 (Aug 2024).
How many games has Mikel Zubizarreta Riego played?
Our database contains 58 games by Mikel Zubizarreta Riego, covering Aug 2014 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 18 wins, 12 draws, 28 losses (31.0% win rate).
How do I prepare against Mikel Zubizarreta Riego?
58 games by Mikel Zubizarreta Riego 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.