Karina Ambartsumova vs Frank Buchenau
IM Karina Ambartsumova (2385) · FM Frank Buchenau (2178)
Karina Ambartsumova and Frank Buchenau have played 10 recorded games against each other, the first in May 2023 and the most recent in Feb 2026. Ambartsumova leads 7 wins to 3, with 0 draws (100% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Bishop's Opening (4 games). The average game between them lasted 44 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Ambartsumova | Draws | Buchenau |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ambartsumova with White | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Buchenau with White | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Ambartsumova | Draws | Buchenau |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 10 | 7 | 0 | 3 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Ambartsumova | Draws | Buchenau |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C24 | Bishop's Opening | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| A15 | English Opening | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B28 | Sicilian | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| A11 | English Opening: Slav Setup | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| E21 | Nimzo-Indian: Sämisch Variation | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| E38 | Nimzo-Indian: Classical Variation | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| E43 | Nimzo-Indian: Sämisch Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | Frank Buchenau | Karina Ambartsumova | 0-1 | Sicilian | Titled Tue |
| Sep 2025 | Karina Ambartsumova | Frank Buchenau | 1-0 | English Opening | Titled Tue |
| Jul 2024 | Karina Ambartsumova | Frank Buchenau | 1-0 | Nimzo-Indian: Sämisch Variation | Titled Tue Early |
| Apr 2024 | Karina Ambartsumova | Frank Buchenau | 0-1 | Nimzo-Indian: Sämisch Variation | Titled Tue Late |
| Mar 2024 | Frank Buchenau | Karina Ambartsumova | 0-1 | Bishop's Opening | Titled Tue Late |
| Mar 2024 | Frank Buchenau | Karina Ambartsumova | 0-1 | Bishop's Opening | Titled Tue Early |
| Jan 2024 | Karina Ambartsumova | Frank Buchenau | 0-1 | Nimzo-Indian: Classical Variation | Titled Tue Late |
| Sep 2023 | Frank Buchenau | Karina Ambartsumova | 0-1 | Bishop's Opening | Titled Tue Late |
| Sep 2023 | Frank Buchenau | Karina Ambartsumova | 1-0 | Bishop's Opening | Titled Tue Early |
| May 2023 | Karina Ambartsumova | Frank Buchenau | 1-0 | English Opening: Slav Setup | Titled Tue Late |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Karina Ambartsumova and Frank Buchenau?
In 10 recorded games, Karina Ambartsumova has 7 wins, Frank Buchenau has 3 wins, and they have drawn 0 times.
How many times have Karina Ambartsumova and Frank Buchenau played each other?
Our database records 10 games between them, from May 2023 to Feb 2026.
What openings do Karina Ambartsumova and Frank Buchenau play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Bishop's Opening (4 games), followed by the English Opening (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.