Valentin Nicot vs Ethan Merkel
Valentin Nicot (13, CM, FRA) and Ethan Merkel (13, FRA) have met 2 times in classical OTB plus 4 rapid/blitz games. Nicot leads the classical series 2–0 (0 draws). With current classical ratings of 2154 and 2018, the Elo model gives Nicot a 65% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2154 vs 2018 (Δ +136)
With Valentin Nicot as white
65% Valentin16% draw19% Ethan
With Ethan Merkel as white
54% Valentin20% draw26% Ethan
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Valentin Nicot | Ethan Merkel | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2154 | 2018 |
| Peak rating | 2206 · Jun 2025 | 2071 · Aug 2025 |
| Peak age | 12 | 12 |
| World rank now | #10,976 | #24,810 |
| World rank peak | #7,655 | #17,741 |
| Federation rank now | #565 | #1,346 |
| Games (career, STD) | 783 | 460 |
| Months active | 76 | 55 |
| % white wins | 57% | 59% |
| % black wins | 53% | 55% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | 2115 | 2017 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 215 | 228 |
Best Win
Valentin Nicot
Ethan Merkel
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).
Valentin Nicot
Ethan Merkel