Prepare against Varlam Vepkhvishvili
FM · Georgia · World #37,465 classical · FIDE ID 13600524
When preparing against Varlam Vepkhvishvili, expect 1.e4 in 55% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e5 (94% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (96%).
Our database contains 156 games by Varlam Vepkhvishvili, covering Apr 2003 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Varlam Vepkhvishvili's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Varlam Vepkhvishvili 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 | 1,947 | 2,402 | Apr 2004 |
| Rapid | 1,928 | 2,262 | Apr 2015 |
| Blitz | 1,938 | 2,259 | Oct 2013 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 156 | 60 | 25 | 71 | 38.5% |
| As White | 78 | 34 | 11 | 33 | 43.6% |
| As Black | 78 | 26 | 14 | 38 | 33.3% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Varlam Vepkhvishvili's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Varlam Vepkhvishvili's side.
First moves as White (78 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 43 | 55.1% | 60.5% |
| d4 | 30 | 38.5% | 40.0% |
| Nf3 | 4 | 5.1% | 25.0% |
| c4 | 1 | 1.3% | 50.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 55% of White games, 60.5% score
- …c5 (44% of these games) — Vepkhvishvili usually continues Nf3 (46.2% score)
- …e5 (14% of these games) — Vepkhvishvili usually continues Nf3 (66.7% score)
- …g6 (12% of these games) — Vepkhvishvili usually continues d4 (60.0% score)
- 1.d4 — 38% of White games, 40.0% score
- …Nf6 (47% of these games) — Vepkhvishvili usually continues c3 (43.8% score)
- …d5 (33% of these games) — Vepkhvishvili usually continues Nf3 (50.0% score)
- …g6 (10% of these games) — Vepkhvishvili usually continues e4 (33.3% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (35 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e5 | 33 | 94.3% | 36.4% |
| c5 | 2 | 5.7% | 25.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (27 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 26 | 96.3% | 46.2% |
| d5 | 1 | 3.7% | 50.0% |
Varlam Vepkhvishvili's chess games
All 156 games by Varlam Vepkhvishvili in the Chess.ceo database (Apr 2003 - 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: 60 wins, 25 draws, 71 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A48 | Queen's Pawn Game | 14 | 6/2/6 | 42.9% |
| B06 | Modern Defense | 8 | 4/0/4 | 50.0% |
| D02 | London System | 6 | 2/1/3 | 33.3% |
| B25 | Sicilian: Closed | 5 | 3/1/1 | 60.0% |
| B09 | Pirc Defense | 4 | 4/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B13 | Caro-Kann: Exchange Variation | 4 | 1/0/3 | 25.0% |
| A48 | King's Indian Defense | 3 | 0/0/3 | 0.0% |
| B29 | Sicilian | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| A04 | Réti Opening | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| B33 | Sicilian: Sveshnikov | 3 | 2/1/0 | 66.7% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C50 | Italian Game | 12 | 3/1/8 | 25.0% |
| C91 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 12 | 3/2/7 | 25.0% |
| E61 | King's Indian Defense | 8 | 4/0/4 | 50.0% |
| A26 | English Opening | 7 | 3/0/4 | 42.9% |
| E80 | King's Indian: Sämisch | 7 | 0/1/6 | 0.0% |
| E92 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 5 | 4/1/0 | 80.0% |
| A07 | Réti Opening | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| C44 | Scotch Game | 3 | 0/2/1 | 0.0% |
| B07 | Indian Defense: Tartakower Attack | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| E74 | King's Indian Defense: Averbakh System | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1989 | Krzysztof Zolnierowicz | 2,405 | Marianske Lazne Open | D02 |
| Jul 2005 | Vladimir Poley | 2,397 | 7th Agneaux St Lo IM | B06 |
| Jan 1989 | Alexander N. Chudinovskih | 2,360 | GMA qual | E93 |
| Jul 2005 | Nicolas Coursaget | 2,358 | 7th Agneaux St Lo IM | A68 |
| Apr 2019 | Nils-Gustaf Renman | 2,358 | 19th ch-EU Seniors 65 | E91 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28th Wch Seniors 65 | 2018 | 11 | 6.5 | 2,238 |
| 29th Wch Seniors 65 | 2019 | 11 | 7 | 2,161 |
| 26th Wch Seniors 50 | 2016 | 11 | 6.5 | 2,116 |
| Pardubice Open | 1993 | 10 | 2.5 | 2,072 |
| 4th La Fere Open | 2005 | 9 | 6 | 2,277 |
| 7th Agneaux St Lo IM | 2005 | 9 | 4.5 | 2,360 |
| 19th ch-EU Seniors 65 | 2019 | 9 | 5 | 2,189 |
| Keres Memorial B | 2013 | 9 | 6.5 | 2,241 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Varlam Vepkhvishvili's chess games?
156 games by Varlam Vepkhvishvili, from Apr 2003 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 Varlam Vepkhvishvili has played.
What does Varlam Vepkhvishvili play on the first move as White?
Across 78 games with White in our database, Varlam Vepkhvishvili opens with 1.e4 (55% of games), 1.d4 (38% of games), 1.Nf3 (5% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Varlam Vepkhvishvili answers 1...e5 (94% of games), 1...c5 (6% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (96% of games), 1...d5 (4% of games).
What openings does Varlam Vepkhvishvili play as White?
As White, Varlam Vepkhvishvili's most-played openings in our database are: Queen's Pawn Game (14 games, 42.9% win rate); Modern Defense (8 games, 50.0% win rate); London System (6 games, 33.3% win rate). The full breakdown of 78 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Varlam Vepkhvishvili play as Black?
As Black, Varlam Vepkhvishvili most often plays: Italian Game (12 games, 25.0% win rate); Ruy Lopez: Closed (12 games, 25.0% win rate); King's Indian Defense (8 games, 50.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 78 games.
What is Varlam Vepkhvishvili's FIDE rating?
Varlam Vepkhvishvili is currently rated 1,947 in classical chess, 1,928 in rapid and 1,938 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,402 (Apr 2004).
How many games has Varlam Vepkhvishvili played?
Our database contains 156 games by Varlam Vepkhvishvili, covering Apr 2003 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 60 wins, 25 draws, 71 losses (38.5% win rate).
How do I prepare against Varlam Vepkhvishvili?
156 games by Varlam Vepkhvishvili 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.