Prepare against Vaclav Karafiat
Czechia · World #113,831 classical · FIDE ID 335274
When preparing against Vaclav Karafiat, expect 1.d4 in 100% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (100% of games); against 1.d4, 1...d5 (100%).
Our database contains 32 games by Vaclav Karafiat, covering Jan 2009 to Aug 2026. Below you'll find Vaclav Karafiat's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Vaclav Karafiat 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 | 1,690 | 1,726 | Jul 2024 |
| Rapid | 1,585 | 1,741 | Mar 2024 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 32 | 3 | 7 | 22 | 9.4% |
| As White | 12 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 0.0% |
| As Black | 20 | 3 | 4 | 13 | 15.0% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Vaclav Karafiat's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Vaclav Karafiat's side.
First moves as White (12 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 12 | 100.0% | 12.5% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 100% of White games, 12.5% score
- …d5 (42% of these games) — Karafiat usually continues c4 (10.0% score)
- …Nf6 (42% of these games) — Karafiat usually continues Nf3 (16.7% score)
- …e6 (8% of these games) — Karafiat usually continues c4 (0.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (10 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 10 | 100.0% | 30.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (4 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d5 | 4 | 100.0% | 12.5% |
Vaclav Karafiat's chess games
All 32 games by Vaclav Karafiat in the Chess.ceo database (Jan 2009 - 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: 3 wins, 7 draws, 22 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D36 | Indian Defense | 4 | 0/1/3 | 0.0% |
| E14 | Benoni Defense | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| D21 | Queen's Gambit Accepted | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| D13 | Slav Defense | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| E97 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| A42 | Rat Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B22 | Sicilian | 6 | 2/1/3 | 33.3% |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 3 | 0/1/2 | 0.0% |
| A15 | English Opening | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| D46 | Slav Defense | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| E09 | Catalan | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| B48 | Sicilian: Taimanov | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| E06 | Réti Opening | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| D05 | Colle System | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| D36 | Indian Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| D02 | London System | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2008 | Vaclav Hruby | 1,829 | 9th Liberec Open | A15 |
| Nov 2008 | Tomas Suchomel | 1,720 | 9th Liberec Open | B44 |
| Nov 2008 | Frantisek Rezny | 1,654 | 9th Liberec Open | B40 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberec Metalmex Open | 2012 | 18 | 2.5 | 1,485 |
| 11th Liberec Open | 2010 | 4 | 0.5 | 1,515 |
| 10th Liberec Open | 2009 | 3 | 0 | 1,598 |
| 9th Liberec Open | 2008 | 3 | 3 | 2,134 |
| Liberec Open | 2007 | 2 | 0.5 | – |
| 18th Turnov Rapid Open | 2024 | 1 | 0 | 2,144 |
| Liberec Desko Open | 2024 | 1 | 0 | 1,556 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Vaclav Karafiat's chess games?
32 games by Vaclav Karafiat, from Jan 2009 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 Vaclav Karafiat has played.
What does Vaclav Karafiat play on the first move as White?
Across 12 games with White in our database, Vaclav Karafiat opens with 1.d4 (100% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Vaclav Karafiat answers 1...c5 (100% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...d5 (100% of games).
What openings does Vaclav Karafiat play as White?
As White, Vaclav Karafiat's most-played openings in our database are: Indian Defense (4 games, 0.0% win rate); Benoni Defense (2 games, 0.0% win rate); Queen's Gambit Accepted (2 games, 0.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 12 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Vaclav Karafiat play as Black?
As Black, Vaclav Karafiat most often plays: Sicilian (6 games, 33.3% win rate); Sicilian: Closed (3 games, 0.0% win rate); English Opening (3 games, 33.3% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 20 games.
What is Vaclav Karafiat's FIDE rating?
Vaclav Karafiat is currently rated 1,690 in classical chess, 1,585 in rapid. Peak classical rating: 1,726 (Jul 2024).
How many games has Vaclav Karafiat played?
Our database contains 32 games by Vaclav Karafiat, covering Jan 2009 to Aug 2026. Overall record: 3 wins, 7 draws, 22 losses (9.4% win rate).
How do I prepare against Vaclav Karafiat?
32 games by Vaclav Karafiat 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.