Hans Niemann

Niemann Hans

Grandmaster
Country: United States
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Place of birth: San Francisco, USA
World Ranking: 22
Rating: 2725
Born: 2003
Pos Score Rating Sb
5 5.5 2725 27.75
Pos Player Score Rating Sb Vladimir Fedoseev Matthias Bluebaum Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus Aravindh Nodirbek Abdusattorov Vincent Keymer Javokhir Sindarov Jorden van Foreest Arjun Erigaisi Praggnanandhaa Thai Dai Van Nguyen Gukesh Anish Giri
5
Hans Niemann
Niemann, Hans
5.5 2725 27.75 1 ½ ½ 1 ½ 0 ½ ½ ½ ½ - - -

Biography

Hans Niemann is an American grandmaster who established himself among the world’s top players at a young age. Born on 20 June 2003, he progressed rapidly through the international ranks and gained extensive experience against elite opposition.

Niemann is known for his ambition, work ethic and fighting mentality, consistently seeking active play and complex positions. His competitive approach has made him a challenging opponent throughout the international circuit.

At the 2026 Tata Steel Chess Tournament, Hans Niemann debuts in the Masters group in Wijk aan Zee.

Hans Niemann

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