Player Biography
Hikaru Nakamura is an elite professional chess player representing USA. Currently holding the FIDE title of GM, Hikaru Nakamura is recognized internationally for competitive performance, maintaining a classical rating of 2789.0.
12-Month Classical ELO History
FIDE rating progression chart over the past 12 active months.
Detailed Career Statistics
| Metric | Data |
|---|---|
| Federation | USA |
| Current ELO | 2789.0 |
| Peak Rating | 2816.0 |
| Rank in Country | #2 |
| Total Active Games | 58 matches |
| Performance ELO | 2802.0 |
| Win Ratio (%) | 48.3% (28 W / 6 L / 24 D) |
Opening Preferences
Analysis of Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura's games reveals a strong proficiency in classical systems, with a particular focus on theoretical deep lines. As white, Hikaru Nakamura frequently navigates positional setups, while demonstrating strong tactical defense responses as black.