Anton Epifanov vs Dmitrii Merts
Anton Epifanov (20, RUS) and Dmitrii Merts (20, RUS) have met 7 times in classical OTB plus 5 rapid/blitz games. Epifanov leads the classical series 2–1 (4 draws). With current classical ratings of 2007 and 2067, the Elo model gives Merts a 42% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2007 vs 2067 (Δ -60)
With Anton Epifanov as white
35% Anton23% draw42% Dmitrii
With Dmitrii Merts as white
27% Anton19% draw54% Dmitrii
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Anton Epifanov | Dmitrii Merts | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2007 | 2067 |
| Peak rating | 2154 · Feb 2022 | 2154 · Apr 2020 |
| Peak age | 16 | 14 |
| World rank now | #23,968 | #17,449 |
| World rank peak | #10,388 | #11,086 |
| Federation rank now | #843 | #660 |
| Games (career, STD) | 356 | 516 |
| Months active | 131 | 133 |
| % white wins | 55% | 57% |
| % black wins | 50% | 51% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | — | — |
| Activity 12m (games) | 24 | 0 |
Best Win
Anton Epifanov
Dmitrii Merts
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (12)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Anton Epifanov
Dmitrii Merts