Prepare against Pierluigi Sanzani
Italy · World #46,510 classical · FIDE ID 815950
When preparing against Pierluigi Sanzani, expect 1.e4 in 100% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (100% of games); against 1.d4, 1...g6 (100%).
Our database contains 90 games by Pierluigi Sanzani, covering Jan 2004 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Pierluigi Sanzani's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Pierluigi Sanzani 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 | 1,907 | 1,965 | Jan 2004 |
| Rapid | 1,854 | 1,854 | Jul 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 90 | 30 | 15 | 45 | 33.3% |
| As White | 41 | 20 | 5 | 16 | 48.8% |
| As Black | 49 | 10 | 10 | 29 | 20.4% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Pierluigi Sanzani's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Pierluigi Sanzani's side.
First moves as White (41 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 41 | 100.0% | 54.9% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 100% of White games, 54.9% score
- …c5 (27% of these games) — Sanzani usually continues Nf3 (54.5% score)
- …g6 (17% of these games) — Sanzani usually continues d4 (50.0% score)
- …e5 (15% of these games) — Sanzani usually continues Nf3 (83.3% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (24 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 24 | 100.0% | 31.3% |
As Black against 1.d4 (13 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| g6 | 13 | 100.0% | 26.9% |
Pierluigi Sanzani's chess games
All 90 games by Pierluigi Sanzani in the Chess.ceo database (Jan 2004 - 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: 30 wins, 15 draws, 45 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B06 | Modern Defense | 7 | 3/1/3 | 42.9% |
| B12 | Caro-Kann: Advance Variation | 5 | 2/1/2 | 40.0% |
| B66 | Sicilian | 5 | 2/0/3 | 40.0% |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Main Line | 4 | 2/0/2 | 50.0% |
| C45 | Scotch Game | 4 | 3/1/0 | 75.0% |
| B02 | Alekhine Defense | 3 | 0/1/2 | 0.0% |
| B90 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| C42 | Petrov's Defense | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| C08 | French: Tarrasch Variation | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| B07 | Pirc Defense | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B06 | Modern Defense | 10 | 2/1/7 | 20.0% |
| B76 | Sicilian: Dragon | 8 | 2/1/5 | 25.0% |
| B46 | Sicilian | 7 | 2/2/3 | 28.6% |
| B22 | Sicilian: Alapin | 5 | 0/2/3 | 0.0% |
| A16 | English Opening | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| A48 | Indian Defense | 3 | 1/2/0 | 33.3% |
| A29 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| A70 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| B20 | Sicilian: Wing Gambit | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| D02 | King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2004 | Fosco Cavatorta | 2,057 | 2nd Cortina d'Ampezzo Open | B07 |
| Aug 2006 | Carlo Sottroi | 2,008 | Bratto Gorgonzola Open B | B76 |
| Jul 2004 | Alfredo Ricci | 2,002 | 2nd Cortina d'Ampezzo Open | B21 |
| May 2006 | Vittorio Garvani | 1,997 | Salsomaggiore Terme Open | C45 |
| Jul 2012 | Marco Buratti | 1,994 | Condino Open 12th | C45 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Condino Open | 2010 | 13 | 7 | 1,835 |
| 2nd Cortina d'Ampezzo Open | 2004 | 8 | 2.5 | 1,899 |
| 9th Cesenatico Open | 2004 | 8 | 3.5 | 1,871 |
| Bratto Gorgonzola Open B | 2006 | 8 | 5 | 1,906 |
| Condino Open 12th | 2012 | 7 | 4 | 2,036 |
| 28th Bratto Open B | 2008 | 7 | 3 | 1,843 |
| Bernate Open | 1999 | 7 | 2 | 2,048 |
| 4th Porto Sant Elpidio Open | 2001 | 6 | 3 | 1,615 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Pierluigi Sanzani's chess games?
90 games by Pierluigi Sanzani, from Jan 2004 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 Pierluigi Sanzani has played.
What does Pierluigi Sanzani play on the first move as White?
Across 41 games with White in our database, Pierluigi Sanzani opens with 1.e4 (100% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Pierluigi Sanzani answers 1...c5 (100% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...g6 (100% of games).
What openings does Pierluigi Sanzani play as White?
As White, Pierluigi Sanzani's most-played openings in our database are: Modern Defense (7 games, 42.9% win rate); Caro-Kann: Advance Variation (5 games, 40.0% win rate); Sicilian (5 games, 40.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 41 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Pierluigi Sanzani play as Black?
As Black, Pierluigi Sanzani most often plays: Modern Defense (10 games, 20.0% win rate); Sicilian: Dragon (8 games, 25.0% win rate); Sicilian (7 games, 28.6% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 49 games.
What is Pierluigi Sanzani's FIDE rating?
Pierluigi Sanzani is currently rated 1,907 in classical chess, 1,854 in rapid. Peak classical rating: 1,965 (Jan 2004).
How many games has Pierluigi Sanzani played?
Our database contains 90 games by Pierluigi Sanzani, covering Jan 2004 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 30 wins, 15 draws, 45 losses (33.3% win rate).
How do I prepare against Pierluigi Sanzani?
90 games by Pierluigi Sanzani 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.