Jiri Lechtynsky vs Paul Zwahr
Jiri Lechtynsky (79, GM, CZE) and Paul Zwahr (40, FM, GER) have met 6 times in classical OTB. Lechtynsky leads the classical series 1–0 (5 draws). With current classical ratings of 2259 and 2291, the Elo model gives Zwahr a 36% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2259 vs 2291 (Δ -32)
With Jiri Lechtynsky as white
37% Jiri27% draw36% Paul
With Paul Zwahr as white
29% Jiri23% draw48% Paul
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Jiri Lechtynsky | Paul Zwahr | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2259 | 2291+14 |
| Peak rating | 2487 · Jan 2005 | 2377 · Oct 2014 |
| Peak age | 58 | 28 |
| World rank now | #5,471 | #4,381 |
| World rank peak | #723 | #2,578 |
| Federation rank now | #148 | #391 |
| Games (career, STD) | 582 | 605 |
| Months active | 217 | 202 |
| % white wins | 41% | 49% |
| % black wins | 29% | 36% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | 2042 | 2286 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 8 | 24 |
Best Win
Jiri Lechtynsky
Paul Zwahr
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (6)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Jiri Lechtynsky
Paul Zwahr