Prepare against Shane C. Willenberg
ZAF · World #64,087 classical · FIDE ID 14306247
When preparing against Shane C. Willenberg, expect 1.e4 in 97% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (94% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%).
Our database contains 60 games by Shane C. Willenberg, covering Aug 2013 to Nov 2026. Below you'll find Shane C. Willenberg's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Shane C. Willenberg 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 | 1,843 | 1,908 | Apr 2014 |
| Rapid | 1,830 | 1,833 | Mar 2024 |
| Blitz | 1,861 | 1,930 | Apr 2024 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 60 | 26 | 19 | 15 | 43.3% |
| As White | 33 | 13 | 12 | 8 | 39.4% |
| As Black | 27 | 13 | 7 | 7 | 48.1% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Shane C. Willenberg's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Shane C. Willenberg's side.
First moves as White (33 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 32 | 97.0% | 59.4% |
| Nf3 | 1 | 3.0% | 0.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 97% of White games, 59.4% score
- …c5 (50% of these games) — Willenberg usually continues Nc3 (61.1% score)
- …e5 (28% of these games) — Willenberg usually continues Bc4 (91.7% score)
- …e6 (13% of these games) — Willenberg usually continues d3 (62.5% score)
- 1.Nf3 — 3% of White games, 0.0% score
- …c5 (100% of these games) — Willenberg usually continues e4 (0.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (16 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 15 | 93.8% | 56.7% |
| e5 | 1 | 6.3% | 50.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (8 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 8 | 100.0% | 68.8% |
Shane C. Willenberg's chess games
All 60 games by Shane C. Willenberg in the Chess.ceo database (Aug 2013 - Nov 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: 26 wins, 19 draws, 15 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 9 | 4/3/2 | 44.4% |
| B90 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 4 | 1/2/1 | 25.0% |
| C00 | King's Indian Attack | 4 | 2/1/1 | 50.0% |
| C24 | Bishop's Opening | 4 | 4/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B11 | Caro-Kann: Two Knights Variation | 2 | 0/2/0 | 0.0% |
| B41 | Sicilian | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| C78 | Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| B33 | Sicilian: Sveshnikov | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| C25 | Vienna Game | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B10 | Caro-Kann | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B27 | Sicilian: Hyperaccelerated Dragon | 8 | 1/2/5 | 12.5% |
| B34 | Sicilian: Accelerated Dragon | 4 | 4/0/0 | 100.0% |
| E61 | King's Indian Defense | 3 | 0/2/1 | 0.0% |
| A48 | Indian Defense | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| A21 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B34 | Sicilian | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| B31 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| D00 | Blackmar-Diemer Gambit | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B20 | Sicilian: Snyder Variation | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| E92 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2024 | Akobirkhon Saydaliev | 2,266 | 30th Abu Dhabi Open B | A08 |
| Jul 2013 | Brighton Mthunzi | 2,155 | Commonwealth & RSA Open | B23 |
| Jun 2016 | Jacob Dumisani Mnguni | 2,150 | 8th Johannesburg FASU Blitz Open | C00 |
| Jan 2016 | Daniel Barrish | 2,124 | chT-RSA Regions | B23 |
| Jul 2015 | Mohamed Ozayr Bhawoodien | 2,031 | South African Open | C24 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South African Open | 2022 | 18 | 10 | 1,755 |
| 8th Johannesburg FASU Blitz Open | 2016 | 10 | 7 | 2,070 |
| ch-Africa U20 | 2014 | 9 | 5 | 1,990 |
| Kinross USSA Open | 2018 | 7 | 4 | 1,530 |
| 8th Johannesburg FASU Open | 2016 | 6 | 4 | 2,193 |
| chT-RSA Regions | 2016 | 5 | 2.5 | 1,857 |
| Commonwealth & RSA Open | 2013 | 3 | 1 | 2,032 |
| 30th Abu Dhabi Open B | 2024 | 1 | 1 | 2,666 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Shane C. Willenberg's chess games?
60 games by Shane C. Willenberg, from Aug 2013 to Nov 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 Shane C. Willenberg has played.
What does Shane C. Willenberg play on the first move as White?
Across 33 games with White in our database, Shane C. Willenberg opens with 1.e4 (97% of games), 1.Nf3 (3% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Shane C. Willenberg answers 1...c5 (94% of games), 1...e5 (6% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Shane C. Willenberg play as White?
As White, Shane C. Willenberg's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian: Closed (9 games, 44.4% win rate); Sicilian: Najdorf (4 games, 25.0% win rate); King's Indian Attack (4 games, 50.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 33 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Shane C. Willenberg play as Black?
As Black, Shane C. Willenberg most often plays: Sicilian: Hyperaccelerated Dragon (8 games, 12.5% win rate); Sicilian: Accelerated Dragon (4 games, 100.0% win rate); King's Indian Defense (3 games, 0.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 27 games.
What is Shane C. Willenberg's FIDE rating?
Shane C. Willenberg is currently rated 1,843 in classical chess, 1,830 in rapid and 1,861 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 1,908 (Apr 2014).
How many games has Shane C. Willenberg played?
Our database contains 60 games by Shane C. Willenberg, covering Aug 2013 to Nov 2026. Overall record: 26 wins, 19 draws, 15 losses (43.3% win rate).
How do I prepare against Shane C. Willenberg?
60 games by Shane C. Willenberg 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.