John D M Nunn vs Rainer Knaak
John D M Nunn (71, GM, ENG) and Rainer Knaak (73, GM, GER) have met 6 times in classical OTB. Nunn leads the classical series 1–0 (5 draws). With current classical ratings of 2514 and 2401, the Elo model gives Nunn a 60% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2514 vs 2401 (Δ +113)
With John D M Nunn as white
60% John21% draw20% Rainer
With Rainer Knaak as white
49% John24% draw27% Rainer
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| John D M Nunn | Rainer Knaak | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2514 | 2401 |
| Peak rating | 2617 · Jul 2003 | 2513 · Jan 2001 |
| Peak age | 48 | 48 |
| World rank now | #498 | #1,665 |
| World rank peak | #77 | #420 |
| Federation rank now | #9 | #123 |
| Games (career, STD) | 184 | 223 |
| Months active | 217 | 217 |
| % white wins | 70% | 54% |
| % black wins | 55% | 41% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | 2427 | 2313 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 17 | 39 |
Best Win
John D M Nunn
Rainer Knaak
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).
John D M Nunn
Rainer Knaak