Prepare against Per-Olov Larsson
Sweden · World #40,845 classical · FIDE ID 1717774
When preparing against Per-Olov Larsson, expect 1.e4 in 100% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (100% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%).
Our database contains 30 games by Per-Olov Larsson, covering Aug 2013 to Aug 2026. Below you'll find Per-Olov Larsson's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Per-Olov Larsson 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 | 1,931 | 1,987 | Aug 2015 |
| Rapid | 1,918 | 1,987 | Aug 2015 |
| Blitz | 2,006 | 2,006 | Aug 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 30 | 9 | 7 | 14 | 30.0% |
| As White | 15 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 26.7% |
| As Black | 15 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 33.3% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Per-Olov Larsson's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Per-Olov Larsson's side.
First moves as White (15 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 15 | 100.0% | 40.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 100% of White games, 40.0% score
- …c5 (60% of these games) — Larsson usually continues c3 (33.3% score)
- …e6 (27% of these games) — Larsson usually continues d4 (25.0% score)
- …e5 (7% of these games) — Larsson usually continues Nf3 (0.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (8 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 8 | 100.0% | 37.5% |
As Black against 1.d4 (3 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 3 | 100.0% | 83.3% |
Per-Olov Larsson's chess games
All 30 games by Per-Olov Larsson in the Chess.ceo database (Aug 2013 - 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: 9 wins, 7 draws, 14 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B22 | Sicilian: Alapin | 6 | 1/2/3 | 16.7% |
| C01 | French: Winawer Variation | 2 | 0/2/0 | 0.0% |
| B90 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| C12 | French: Classical Variation | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| C77 | Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| B00 | Pirc Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B27 | Sicilian: Hyperaccelerated Dragon | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B87 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 4 | 2/0/2 | 50.0% |
| A08 | Sicilian | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| B24 | Sicilian: Closed | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| A45 | Queen's Pawn Game | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| A13 | English Opening | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| E67 | Réti Opening: Symmetrical Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| E32 | Nimzo-Indian: Classical Variation | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A03 | Bird's opening | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2026 | Ingvar Carlsson | 2,016 | Schack-SM 2026|Veteran-SM 65+ | B66 |
| Jun 2019 | Lars-Eric Persson | 1,902 | Ostersund Storsjodraget Open | A45 |
| Jul 2026 | Jorgen Alfven | 1,849 | Schack-SM 2026 | Veteran-SM 65+ | B90 |
| Jun 2019 | Jacob 1994 Hagstrom | 1,761 | Ostersund Storsjodraget Open | B22 |
| Sep 2016 | Per Chr Odegaard | 1,753 | Ostersund Hurtigfeiden Open | B00 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ostersund Storsjodraget Open | 2019 | 7 | 5 | 1,941 |
| Schack-SM 2026 | Veteran-SM 65+ | 2026 | 7 | 2.5 | 1,880 |
| Ostersund Hurtigfeiden Open | 2016 | 5 | 2.5 | 1,744 |
| Vaxjo Open | 2016 | 4 | 0.5 | 1,909 |
| Vasteras Open | 2018 | 2 | 0 | 2,031 |
| Schack-SM 2026|Veteran-SM 65+ | 2026 | 2 | 2 | 2,272 |
| Lund CellaVision Cup | 2018 | 2 | 0 | 2,162 |
| ch-SWE Seniors 65 | 2022 | 1 | 0 | 1,930 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Per-Olov Larsson's chess games?
30 games by Per-Olov Larsson, from Aug 2013 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 Per-Olov Larsson has played.
What does Per-Olov Larsson play on the first move as White?
Across 15 games with White in our database, Per-Olov Larsson opens with 1.e4 (100% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Per-Olov Larsson answers 1...c5 (100% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Per-Olov Larsson play as White?
As White, Per-Olov Larsson's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian: Alapin (6 games, 16.7% win rate); French: Winawer Variation (2 games, 0.0% win rate); Sicilian: Najdorf (2 games, 50.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 15 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Per-Olov Larsson play as Black?
As Black, Per-Olov Larsson most often plays: Sicilian: Najdorf (4 games, 50.0% win rate); Sicilian (2 games, 0.0% win rate); Sicilian: Closed (2 games, 50.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 15 games.
What is Per-Olov Larsson's FIDE rating?
Per-Olov Larsson is currently rated 1,931 in classical chess, 1,918 in rapid and 2,006 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 1,987 (Aug 2015).
How many games has Per-Olov Larsson played?
Our database contains 30 games by Per-Olov Larsson, covering Aug 2013 to Aug 2026. Overall record: 9 wins, 7 draws, 14 losses (30.0% win rate).
How do I prepare against Per-Olov Larsson?
30 games by Per-Olov Larsson 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.