Roland Ekstroem vs Joseph G. Gallagher
Roland Ekstroem (70, IM, SUI) and Joseph G. Gallagher (62, GM, SUI) have met 5 times in classical OTB. Ekstroem leads the classical series 1–0 (4 draws). With current classical ratings of 2391 and 2385, the Elo model gives Ekstroem a 43% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2391 vs 2385 (Δ +6)
With Roland Ekstroem as white
43% Roland26% draw31% Joseph
With Joseph G. Gallagher as white
32% Roland27% draw41% Joseph
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Roland Ekstroem | Joseph G. Gallagher | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2391 | 2385 |
| Peak rating | 2496 · May 2010 | 2550 · Oct 2005 |
| Peak age | 54 | 41 |
| World rank now | #2,210 | #1,940 |
| World rank peak | #578 | #294 |
| Federation rank now | #21 | #17 |
| Games (career, STD) | 320 | 697 |
| Months active | 218 | 218 |
| % white wins | 42% | 41% |
| % black wins | 40% | 41% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | — | 2316 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 0 | 37 |
Best Win
Roland Ekstroem
Joseph G. Gallagher
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (5)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Roland Ekstroem
Joseph G. Gallagher