Prepare against Sondre Olsen Linkjendal
Norway · World #91,940 classical · FIDE ID 1561189
When preparing against Sondre Olsen Linkjendal, expect 1.e4 in 100% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e5 (100% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%).
Our database contains 42 games by Sondre Olsen Linkjendal, covering Nov 2019 to Oct 2026. Below you'll find Sondre Olsen Linkjendal's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Sondre Olsen Linkjendal 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 | 1,753 | 1,795 | Feb 2026 |
| Rapid | 1,744 | 1,744 | Oct 2026 |
| Blitz | 1,665 | 1,704 | Jun 2024 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 42 | 22 | 9 | 11 | 52.4% |
| As White | 20 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 50.0% |
| As Black | 22 | 12 | 2 | 8 | 54.5% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Sondre Olsen Linkjendal's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Sondre Olsen Linkjendal's side.
First moves as White (20 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 20 | 100.0% | 67.5% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 100% of White games, 67.5% score
- …c5 (35% of these games) — Linkjendal usually continues d4 (50.0% score)
- …e5 (35% of these games) — Linkjendal usually continues Nf3 (71.4% score)
- …c6 (20% of these games) — Linkjendal usually continues Nc3 (75.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (11 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e5 | 11 | 100.0% | 90.9% |
As Black against 1.d4 (4 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 4 | 100.0% | 25.0% |
Sondre Olsen Linkjendal's chess games
All 42 games by Sondre Olsen Linkjendal in the Chess.ceo database (Nov 2019 - Oct 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: 22 wins, 9 draws, 11 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian: Smith-Morra Gambit | 7 | 2/3/2 | 28.6% | |
| Caro-Kann: Two Knights Variation | 4 | 2/2/0 | 50.0% | |
| Italian Game: Two Knights Defense | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% | |
| Italian Game: Anti-Fried Liver | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% | |
| Italian Game: Classical Variation | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% | |
| Italian Game: Evans Gambit | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% | |
| Petrov's Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% | |
| Pirc Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% | |
| Italian Game | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% | |
| French Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotch Game | 3 | 2/1/0 | 66.7% | |
| Budapest Defense | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% | |
| Catalan | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% | |
| Bishop's Opening | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% | |
| King's Gambit | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% | |
| Nimzovich-Larsen attack | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% | |
| Queen's Pawn Game | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% | |
| Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% | |
| Van 't Kruijs Opening | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% | |
| English Opening: Symmetrical | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2026 | Oskar Sandberg Linnerud | 1,728 | Porsgrunn Grand Prix 2026 - VT TOUR | B | — |
| Sep 2025 | Vladimir Kuburovic | 1,705 | Porsgrunn Grand Prix TOUR | B | — |
| Sep 2026 | Eivind Loberg | 1,701 | Porsgrunn Grand Prix 2026 - VT TOUR | B | — |
| Jan 2024 | David Kristiansen | 1,651 | PSK Open Langsjakk Vår 2024 | — |
| Sep 2024 | Tor Petterson | 1,567 | PSK Open Langsjakk Høst 2024 | — |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kragero Resort Chess International 2024 | ELO Group | 2024 | 8 | 4.5 | 1,429 |
| PSK Open Langsjakk Vår 2024 | 2024 | 5 | 2 | 1,650 |
| Porsgrunn Grand Prix 2023 | B | 2023 | 5 | 3.5 | 1,594 |
| PSK Open Langsjakk Høst 2024 | 2024 | 4 | 3.5 | 1,926 |
| Porsgrunn Grand Prix 2026 - VT TOUR | B | 2026 | 4 | 3 | 1,895 |
| PSK Open Langsjakk Høst 2023 | B | 2023 | 4 | 3.5 | 1,651 |
| Landsturneringen 2023 | Klasse Miniputt | 2023 | 3 | 0.5 | 1,034 |
| NM i Sjakk for Ungdom Individuelt 2023 | E | 2023 | 3 | 3 | 1,502 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Sondre Olsen Linkjendal's chess games?
42 games by Sondre Olsen Linkjendal, from Nov 2019 to Oct 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 Sondre Olsen Linkjendal has played.
What does Sondre Olsen Linkjendal play on the first move as White?
Across 20 games with White in our database, Sondre Olsen Linkjendal opens with 1.e4 (100% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Sondre Olsen Linkjendal answers 1...e5 (100% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Sondre Olsen Linkjendal play as White?
As White, Sondre Olsen Linkjendal's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian: Smith-Morra Gambit (7 games, 28.6% win rate); Caro-Kann: Two Knights Variation (4 games, 50.0% win rate); Italian Game: Two Knights Defense (2 games, 50.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 20 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Sondre Olsen Linkjendal play as Black?
As Black, Sondre Olsen Linkjendal most often plays: Scotch Game (3 games, 66.7% win rate); Budapest Defense (2 games, 0.0% win rate); Catalan (2 games, 50.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 22 games.
What is Sondre Olsen Linkjendal's FIDE rating?
Sondre Olsen Linkjendal is currently rated 1,753 in classical chess, 1,744 in rapid and 1,665 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 1,795 (Feb 2026).
How many games has Sondre Olsen Linkjendal played?
Our database contains 42 games by Sondre Olsen Linkjendal, covering Nov 2019 to Oct 2026. Overall record: 22 wins, 9 draws, 11 losses (52.4% win rate).
How do I prepare against Sondre Olsen Linkjendal?
42 games by Sondre Olsen Linkjendal 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.