1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. g3 d5 4. Bg2 dxc4 5. Nf3 Be7
Chess openings · Catalan Opening: Open Defense · E05
Catalan Opening: Open Defense, Classical Line
15,276 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. g3 d5 4. Bg2 dxc4 5. Nf3 Be7. White wins 50%, draws 7%, Black wins 42%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 71 | 61%39% |
| 1200–1599 | 545 | 54%43% |
| 1600–1999 | 2,885 | 54%41% |
| 2000 and up | 11,775 | 49%43% |
| All ratings | 15,276 | 50%42% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 5,850 | 51%43% |
| Blitz | 8,126 | 50%42% |
| Rapid | 1,239 | 48%10%41% |
| Classical | 61 | 51%21%28% |