Vladimir Epishin vs Lev Gutman
Vladimir Epishin (61, GM, RUS) and Lev Gutman (81, GM, GER) have met 8 times in classical OTB plus 1 rapid/blitz game. Epishin leads the classical series 4–0 (4 draws). With current classical ratings of 2274 and 2261, the Elo model gives Epishin a 45% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2274 vs 2261 (Δ +13)
With Vladimir Epishin as white
45% Vladimir24% draw31% Lev
With Lev Gutman as white
34% Vladimir26% draw40% Lev
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Vladimir Epishin | Lev Gutman | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2274 | 2261 |
| Peak rating | 2658 · Oct 2003 | 2527 · Jan 2001 |
| Peak age | 38 | 56 |
| World rank now | #4,931 | #5,400 |
| World rank peak | #37 | #332 |
| Federation rank now | #213 | #501 |
| Games (career, STD) | 1,923 | 1,504 |
| Months active | 218 | 218 |
| % white wins | 61% | 65% |
| % black wins | 50% | 54% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | 2184 | 2151 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 177 | 28 |
Best Win
Vladimir Epishin
Lev Gutman
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (9)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Vladimir Epishin
Lev Gutman