Chess Opening

Catalan Opening

5 analyzed games in the Catalan Opening, each with engine evaluations that pinpoint the critical moments and best moves.

5 games 4 variations Most played: Catalan Opening Closed 4...Be7 5.Nf3 O O 6.O O

Results in 5 games

White wins 80% Draws 0% Black wins 20%

Main variations

Catalan Opening Closed 4...Be7 5.Nf3 O O 6.O O 2 Catalan Opening Open Defense Modern Sharp Variation 7.Bd2 Nd5 1 Catalan Opening Closed...8.Qxc4 b5 9.Qd3 c4 1 Catalan Opening Closed...10.Nc3 Nxd4 11.Qxd4 Bc5 12.Qh4 1

Notable games

Hikaru 3439
vs
oniichanuwu7 2868
1–0 2026·07·17
Review
Hikaru 3448
vs
oniichanuwu7 2859
1–0 2026·07·17
Review
Saqo_ChessMate 3042
vs
MagnusCarlsen 3373
1–0 2026·06·10
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Hikaru 3414
vs
Polish_fighter3000 3347
0–1 2026·06·09
Review
ShaakSiv 2853
vs
Hikaru 3372
1–0 2026·06·05
Review

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