Prepare against Setayesh Karimi
WFM · IRN · World #18,177 classical · FIDE ID 22555293
When preparing against Setayesh Karimi, expect 1.d4 in 94% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (100% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%).
Our database contains 73 games by Setayesh Karimi, covering Nov 2015 to Aug 2026. Below you'll find Setayesh Karimi's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Setayesh Karimi 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 | 2,074 | 2,205 | Dec 2024 |
| Rapid | 2,145 | 2,145 | Aug 2026 |
| Blitz | 1,964 | 2,067 | Jan 2025 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 73 | 35 | 14 | 24 | 47.9% |
| As White | 33 | 14 | 8 | 11 | 42.4% |
| As Black | 40 | 21 | 6 | 13 | 52.5% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Setayesh Karimi's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Setayesh Karimi's side.
First moves as White (33 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 31 | 93.9% | 53.2% |
| c4 | 2 | 6.1% | 75.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 94% of White games, 53.2% score
- …Nf6 (61% of these games) — Karimi usually continues c4 (47.1% score)
- …d5 (35% of these games) — Karimi usually continues c4 (60.0% score)
- …g6 (3% of these games) — Karimi usually continues c4 (100.0% score)
- 1.c4 — 6% of White games, 75.0% score
- …Nf6 (100% of these games) — Karimi usually continues Nc3 (75.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (24 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 24 | 100.0% | 60.4% |
As Black against 1.d4 (11 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 11 | 100.0% | 72.7% |
Setayesh Karimi's chess games
All 73 games by Setayesh Karimi in the Chess.ceo database (Nov 2015 - 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: 35 wins, 14 draws, 24 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D35 | Indian Defense | 6 | 3/1/2 | 50.0% |
| E81 | King's Indian: Sämisch | 5 | 3/0/2 | 60.0% |
| E73 | King's Indian Defense: Averbakh System | 4 | 3/0/1 | 75.0% |
| E49 | Nimzo-Indian: Rubinstein System | 4 | 0/3/1 | 0.0% |
| D10 | Slav Defense | 4 | 3/0/1 | 75.0% |
| D85 | Grünfeld Defense | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| D20 | Queen's Gambit Accepted | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| D02 | London System | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| A18 | English Opening: Mikenas Variation | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| A67 | Benoni Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B56 | Sicilian | 12 | 6/2/4 | 50.0% |
| D85 | Grünfeld Defense | 5 | 2/2/1 | 40.0% |
| B22 | Sicilian: Alapin | 4 | 2/1/1 | 50.0% |
| B26 | Sicilian: Closed | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| B51 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| D74 | Indian Defense | 3 | 3/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A45 | London System | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| A16 | English Opening | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| B90 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A48 | Torre Attack | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | Adela Velikic | 2,260 | Olympiad Women-45 | E11 |
| Aug 2026 | Arda Cankurt | 2,256 | Kapadokya Int. Open 2026 | B94 |
| Sep 2024 | Tea Gueci | 2,199 | Olympiad Women-45 | B90 |
| May 2024 | Mitra Asgharzadeh | 2,019 | ch-IRI w | E73 |
| May 2024 | Parnian Ghomi | 2,013 | ch-IRI w | B22 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ch-IRI w | 2024 | 11 | 8 | 2,166 |
| Olympiad Women-45 | 2024 | 10 | 7.5 | 2,296 |
| World ol U16 | 2022 | 9 | 3 | 1,663 |
| Zonal 3.1 w | 2025 | 9 | 6.5 | 2,076 |
| ch-Eastern Asia U14 Girls | 2021 | 8 | 6 | 1,460 |
| ch-IRI U14 Girls | 2021 | 6 | 6 | 1,688 |
| Kapadokya Int. Open 2026 | 2026 | 5 | 1.5 | 2,206 |
| ch-Asia U08 Girls | 2024 | 4 | 2 | 1,900 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Setayesh Karimi's chess games?
73 games by Setayesh Karimi, from Nov 2015 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 Setayesh Karimi has played.
What does Setayesh Karimi play on the first move as White?
Across 33 games with White in our database, Setayesh Karimi opens with 1.d4 (94% of games), 1.c4 (6% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Setayesh Karimi answers 1...c5 (100% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Setayesh Karimi play as White?
As White, Setayesh Karimi's most-played openings in our database are: Indian Defense (6 games, 50.0% win rate); King's Indian: Sämisch (5 games, 60.0% win rate); King's Indian Defense: Averbakh System (4 games, 75.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 33 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Setayesh Karimi play as Black?
As Black, Setayesh Karimi most often plays: Sicilian (12 games, 50.0% win rate); Grünfeld Defense (5 games, 40.0% win rate); Sicilian: Alapin (4 games, 50.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 40 games.
What is Setayesh Karimi's FIDE rating?
Setayesh Karimi is currently rated 2,074 in classical chess, 2,145 in rapid and 1,964 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,205 (Dec 2024).
How many games has Setayesh Karimi played?
Our database contains 73 games by Setayesh Karimi, covering Nov 2015 to Aug 2026. Overall record: 35 wins, 14 draws, 24 losses (47.9% win rate).
How do I prepare against Setayesh Karimi?
73 games by Setayesh Karimi 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.