Prepare against Viktor Stoyanov
FM · United Kingdom · World #6,435 classical · FIDE ID 450308
When preparing against Viktor Stoyanov, expect 1.d4 in 57% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (57% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (78%). Lowest win rate among frequent openings: Indian Defense as Black, 31.3% over 16 games.
Our database contains 410 games by Viktor Stoyanov, covering Aug 2016 to Aug 2026. Below you'll find Viktor Stoyanov's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Viktor Stoyanov 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 | 2,236 | 2,304 | Oct 2023 |
| Rapid | 2,181 | 2,194 | Feb 2026 |
| Blitz | 2,218 | 2,218 | Aug 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 410 | 177 | 110 | 123 | 43.2% |
| As White | 205 | 94 | 54 | 57 | 45.9% |
| As Black | 205 | 83 | 56 | 66 | 40.5% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Viktor Stoyanov's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Viktor Stoyanov's side.
First moves as White (205 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 117 | 57.1% | 59.4% |
| e4 | 40 | 19.5% | 65.0% |
| c4 | 25 | 12.2% | 62.0% |
| Nf3 | 21 | 10.2% | 42.9% |
| b3 | 2 | 1.0% | 50.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 57% of White games, 59.4% score
- …Nf6 (53% of these games) — Stoyanov usually continues c4 (60.9% score)
- …d5 (28% of these games) — Stoyanov usually continues c4 (61.9% score)
- …e6 (7% of these games) — Stoyanov usually continues Nf3 (40.0% score)
- 1.e4 — 20% of White games, 65.0% score
- …c5 (33% of these games) — Stoyanov usually continues Nf3 (57.1% score)
- …e5 (25% of these games) — Stoyanov usually continues Nf3 (55.0% score)
- …c6 (10% of these games) — Stoyanov usually continues c4 (83.3% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (83 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 47 | 56.6% | 64.9% |
| e5 | 16 | 19.3% | 34.4% |
| c6 | 14 | 16.9% | 53.6% |
| e6 | 3 | 3.6% | 16.7% |
| g6 | 3 | 3.6% | 50.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (76 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 59 | 77.6% | 48.3% |
| d5 | 14 | 18.4% | 46.4% |
| e6 | 2 | 2.6% | 100.0% |
| g6 | 1 | 1.3% | 100.0% |
Viktor Stoyanov's chess games
All 410 games by Viktor Stoyanov in the Chess.ceo database (Aug 2016 - 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: 177 wins, 110 draws, 123 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E04 | Catalan | 24 | 14/4/6 | 58.3% |
| D02 | London System | 21 | 11/5/5 | 52.4% |
| A47 | Indian Defense | 20 | 7/4/9 | 35.0% |
| A13 | English Opening | 20 | 9/4/7 | 45.0% |
| D11 | Slav Defense | 9 | 2/4/3 | 22.2% |
| A21 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 7 | 3/2/2 | 42.9% |
| A57 | Benoni Defense | 6 | 5/1/0 | 83.3% |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 6 | 5/1/0 | 83.3% |
| B07 | King's Indian Defense | 6 | 2/4/0 | 33.3% |
| B06 | Modern Defense | 6 | 3/2/1 | 50.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E69 | Indian Defense | 16 | 5/7/4 | 31.3% |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 11 | 4/5/2 | 36.4% |
| A33 | English Opening | 11 | 4/2/5 | 36.4% |
| A05 | Réti Opening | 11 | 4/5/2 | 36.4% |
| D85 | Grünfeld Defense | 9 | 4/2/3 | 44.4% |
| A45 | Trompowsky Attack | 7 | 3/0/4 | 42.9% |
| E61 | King's Indian Defense | 7 | 3/3/1 | 42.9% |
| D02 | London System | 7 | 4/2/1 | 57.1% |
| B06 | Modern Defense | 6 | 3/1/2 | 50.0% |
| C95 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 6 | 0/2/4 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2023 | Ivan Ivanisevic | 2,536 | 16th Paracin Open | D00 |
| Sep 2023 | Peter T Roberson | 2,433 | London Mindsports Open | B51 |
| Sep 2023 | Filip Boe Olsen | 2,428 | London Mindsports Open | E14 |
| May 2020 | Richard G Pert | 2,416 | English Online Blitz Gp2 | E04 |
| May 2020 | Matthew J Wadsworth | 2,416 | English Online Blitz Gp2 | A05 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Northumbria Masters IM | 2023 | 18 | 11.5 | 2,410 |
| ch-British Universities | 2024 | 16 | 13 | 2,024 |
| ch-BCF U14 | 2017 | 14 | 10.5 | 1,874 |
| London Chess Classic: Blitz B | 2019 | 11 | 6.5 | 2,165 |
| UK Challenge Terafinal U18 | 2021 | 11 | 6 | 1,745 |
| chT4S-BCF 1617 (4NCL) | 2017 | 10 | 5.5 | 1,882 |
| World Cup U18 Prel | 2021 | 10 | 6 | 2,076 |
| Frome Open | 2018 | 10 | 7 | 2,204 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Viktor Stoyanov's chess games?
410 games by Viktor Stoyanov, from Aug 2016 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 Viktor Stoyanov has played.
What does Viktor Stoyanov play on the first move as White?
Across 205 games with White in our database, Viktor Stoyanov opens with 1.d4 (57% of games), 1.e4 (20% of games), 1.c4 (12% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Viktor Stoyanov answers 1...c5 (57% of games), 1...e5 (19% of games), 1...c6 (17% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (78% of games), 1...d5 (18% of games), 1...e6 (3% of games).
What openings does Viktor Stoyanov play as White?
As White, Viktor Stoyanov's most-played openings in our database are: Catalan (24 games, 58.3% win rate); London System (21 games, 52.4% win rate); Indian Defense (20 games, 35.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 205 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Viktor Stoyanov play as Black?
As Black, Viktor Stoyanov most often plays: Indian Defense (16 games, 31.3% win rate); Sicilian: Closed (11 games, 36.4% win rate); English Opening (11 games, 36.4% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 205 games.
What is Viktor Stoyanov's FIDE rating?
Viktor Stoyanov is currently rated 2,236 in classical chess, 2,181 in rapid and 2,218 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,304 (Oct 2023).
How many games has Viktor Stoyanov played?
Our database contains 410 games by Viktor Stoyanov, covering Aug 2016 to Aug 2026. Overall record: 177 wins, 110 draws, 123 losses (43.2% win rate).
How do I prepare against Viktor Stoyanov?
410 games by Viktor Stoyanov 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.