1. e4 c6 2. d4 d5 3. e5 Bf5 4. h4
Chess openings · Caro-Kann Defense: Advance Variation · B12
Caro-Kann Defense: Advance Variation, Tal Variation
49,327 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 c6 2. d4 d5 3. e5 Bf5 4. h4. White wins 55%, draws 4%, Black wins 42%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 958 | 57%41% |
| 1200–1599 | 7,791 | 57%40% |
| 1600–1999 | 19,779 | 55%42% |
| 2000 and up | 20,799 | 54%42% |
| All ratings | 49,327 | 55%42% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 15,122 | 55%42% |
| Blitz | 27,486 | 54%42% |
| Rapid | 6,479 | 56%40% |
| Classical | 240 | 54%41% |