1. e4 Nf6 2. e5 Nd5 3. d4 d6 4. Nf3 Bg4
Chess openings · Alekhine Defense: Modern Variation · B05
Alekhine Defense: Modern Variation, Main Line
7,257 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 Nf6 2. e5 Nd5 3. d4 d6 4. Nf3 Bg4. White wins 49%, draws 5%, Black wins 47%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 119 | 50%45% |
| 1200–1599 | 693 | 51%46% |
| 1600–1999 | 2,631 | 48%48% |
| 2000 and up | 3,814 | 49%46% |
| All ratings | 7,257 | 49%47% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 2,204 | 51%46% |
| Blitz | 4,362 | 47%47% |
| Rapid | 670 | 49%45% |
| Classical | 21 | – |