1. e4 c6 2. d4 d5 3. e5 Bf5 4. Nc3
Chess openings · Caro-Kann Defense: Advance Variation · B12
Caro-Kann Defense: Advance Variation, Van der Wiel Attack
37,147 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 c6 2. d4 d5 3. e5 Bf5 4. Nc3. White wins 48%, draws 4%, Black wins 49%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 5,506 | 49%48% |
| 1200–1599 | 15,118 | 47%50% |
| 1600–1999 | 10,779 | 46%50% |
| 2000 and up | 5,744 | 51%45% |
| All ratings | 37,147 | 48%49% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 8,567 | 50%48% |
| Blitz | 19,301 | 47%49% |
| Rapid | 8,960 | 47%49% |
| Classical | 319 | 44%50% |