1. e4 c6 2. d4 d5 3. Nd2 dxe4 4. Nxe4 Bf5 5. Ng3 Bg6 6. h4
Chess openings · Caro-Kann Defense: Classical Variation · B18
Caro-Kann Defense: Classical Variation, Main Line
18,422 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 c6 2. d4 d5 3. Nd2 dxe4 4. Nxe4 Bf5 5. Ng3 Bg6 6. h4. White wins 54%, draws 5%, Black wins 42%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 264 | 58%40% |
| 1200–1599 | 2,971 | 57%40% |
| 1600–1999 | 8,530 | 54%42% |
| 2000 and up | 6,657 | 51%43% |
| All ratings | 18,422 | 54%42% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 6,276 | 53%44% |
| Blitz | 9,485 | 53%41% |
| Rapid | 2,521 | 55%40% |
| Classical | 140 | 42%53% |