Prepare against Torstein Hall
Norway · World #85,539 classical · FIDE ID 1508881
When preparing against Torstein Hall, expect 1.e4 in 82% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e5 (78% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%).
Our database contains 38 games by Torstein Hall, covering Jun 2017 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Torstein Hall's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Torstein Hall 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 | 1,772 | 1,772 | Jul 2026 |
| Rapid | 1,746 | 1,746 | Jul 2026 |
| Blitz | 1,821 | 1,846 | May 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 38 | 18 | 8 | 12 | 47.4% |
| As White | 17 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 47.1% |
| As Black | 21 | 10 | 4 | 7 | 47.6% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Torstein Hall's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Torstein Hall's side.
First moves as White (17 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 14 | 82.4% | 64.3% |
| d4 | 3 | 17.6% | 33.3% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 82% of White games, 64.3% score
- …c5 (36% of these games) — Hall usually continues Nf3 (50.0% score)
- …e5 (36% of these games) — Hall usually continues f4 (87.5% score)
- …c6 (21% of these games) — Hall usually continues d4 (50.0% score)
- 1.d4 — 18% of White games, 33.3% score
- …Nf6 (67% of these games) — Hall usually continues c4 (0.0% score)
- …d5 (33% of these games) — Hall usually continues c4 (50.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (9 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e5 | 7 | 77.8% | 78.6% |
| d6 | 2 | 22.2% | 0.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (7 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 7 | 100.0% | 64.3% |
Torstein Hall's chess games
All 38 games by Torstein Hall in the Chess.ceo database (Jun 2017 - 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: 18 wins, 8 draws, 12 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C30 | King's Gambit | 4 | 3/1/0 | 75.0% |
| B53 | Sicilian | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| B14 | Caro-Kann: Exchange Variation | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| B09 | Pirc Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A43 | Reversed Chigorin | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| B24 | Sicilian: Closed | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B31 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| D79 | Slav Defense | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| A38 | English Opening | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C52 | Italian Game: Evans Gambit | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C34 | King's Gambit | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| B07 | King's Pawn Game | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| D94 | Grünfeld Defense | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| A16 | English Opening | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| E90 | King's Indian Defense | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| E97 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| E92 | King's Indian Defense: Petrosian Variation | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| D00 | London System | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| C43 | Petrov's Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| D00 | Queen's Pawn Game: Chigorin Variation | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2019 | Haakon Wright | 1,982 | chT-NOR Club | A26 |
| Apr 2013 | Kjell F. Pettersen | 1,801 | ch-Asker CC | D97 |
| Apr 2002 | Rolf Rostad | 1,800 | Asker Varturnering | C43 |
| May 2017 | Njaal Roholdt | 1,622 | ch-Asker CC Class A | C34 |
| Dec 2017 | Harald Omland | 1,615 | Asker Autumn A | C44 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ch-Asker CC Class A | 2017 | 9 | 6.5 | 1,754 |
| ch-Asker A | 2018 | 8 | 5 | 1,595 |
| Asker Autumn A | 2017 | 8 | 5.5 | 1,587 |
| Asker Varturnering | 2002 | 3 | 2 | 1,838 |
| ch-Asker CC | 2013 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,836 |
| chT-NOR Ishav 0708 | 2008 | 2 | 0.5 | 1,869 |
| chT-NOR Club | 2019 | 2 | 1 | 1,687 |
| Asker SK Club Ch Group Master | 2001 | 2 | 0 | 1,682 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Torstein Hall's chess games?
38 games by Torstein Hall, from Jun 2017 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 Torstein Hall has played.
What does Torstein Hall play on the first move as White?
Across 17 games with White in our database, Torstein Hall opens with 1.e4 (82% of games), 1.d4 (18% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Torstein Hall answers 1...e5 (78% of games), 1...d6 (22% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Torstein Hall play as White?
As White, Torstein Hall's most-played openings in our database are: King's Gambit (4 games, 75.0% win rate); Sicilian (3 games, 66.7% win rate); Caro-Kann: Exchange Variation (3 games, 33.3% win rate). The full breakdown of 17 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Torstein Hall play as Black?
As Black, Torstein Hall most often plays: King's Gambit (2 games, 50.0% win rate); King's Pawn Game (2 games, 0.0% win rate); Grünfeld Defense (2 games, 50.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 21 games.
What is Torstein Hall's FIDE rating?
Torstein Hall is currently rated 1,772 in classical chess, 1,746 in rapid and 1,821 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 1,772 (Jul 2026).
How many games has Torstein Hall played?
Our database contains 38 games by Torstein Hall, covering Jun 2017 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 18 wins, 8 draws, 12 losses (47.4% win rate).
How do I prepare against Torstein Hall?
38 games by Torstein Hall 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.