Nathaniel Mathurin vs Justin James
Nathaniel Mathurin (22, CM, LCA) and Justin James (19, LCA) have met 3 times in classical OTB plus 8 rapid/blitz games. Mathurin leads the classical series 3–0 (0 draws). With current classical ratings of 2055 and 1898, the Elo model gives Mathurin a 68% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2055 vs 1898 (Δ +157)
With Nathaniel Mathurin as white
68% Nathaniel15% draw17% Justin
With Justin James as white
58% Nathaniel18% draw24% Justin
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Nathaniel Mathurin | Justin James | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2055 | 1898+2 |
| Peak rating | 2055 · Apr 2025 | 1913 · May 2025 |
| Peak age | 21 | 18 |
| World rank now | #20,229 | #48,653 |
| World rank peak | #19,256 | #43,648 |
| Federation rank now | #2 | #2 |
| Games (career, STD) | 103 | 174 |
| Months active | 76 | 37 |
| % white wins | 64% | 59% |
| % black wins | 59% | 56% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | — | 1606 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 9 | 85 |
Best Win
Nathaniel Mathurin
Justin James
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (11)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Nathaniel Mathurin
Justin James