Stiliyan Nanovski vs Vladimir Varbanov
Stiliyan Nanovski (24, BUL) and Vladimir Varbanov (24, BUL) have met 4 times in classical OTB plus 4 rapid/blitz games. Varbanov leads the classical series 3–0 (1 draw). With current classical ratings of 1744 and 1907, the Elo model gives Varbanov a 60% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 1744 vs 1907 (Δ -163)
With Stiliyan Nanovski as white
24% Stiliyan16% draw60% Vladimir
With Vladimir Varbanov as white
17% Stiliyan13% draw69% Vladimir
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Stiliyan Nanovski | Vladimir Varbanov | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 1744 | 1907 |
| Peak rating | 1781 · Nov 2016 | 1907 · Mar 2024 |
| Peak age | 14 | 22 |
| World rank now | #96,700 | #46,610 |
| World rank peak | #66,044 | #40,177 |
| Federation rank now | #356 | #219 |
| Games (career, STD) | 197 | 190 |
| Months active | 166 | 166 |
| % white wins | 45% | 50% |
| % black wins | 51% | 42% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | — | — |
| Activity 12m (games) | 0 | 0 |
Best Win
Stiliyan Nanovski
Vladimir Varbanov
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (8)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Stiliyan Nanovski
Vladimir Varbanov