1. c4 d5 2. cxd5 Qxd5 3. Nc3 Qa5
Chess openings · English Opening: Anglo-Scandinavian Defense · A10
English Opening: Anglo-Scandinavian Defense, Malvinas Variation
26,628 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. c4 d5 2. cxd5 Qxd5 3. Nc3 Qa5. White wins 53%, draws 3%, Black wins 43%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 1,931 | 53%44% |
| 1200–1599 | 7,909 | 52%45% |
| 1600–1999 | 12,302 | 53%43% |
| 2000 and up | 4,486 | 55%41% |
| All ratings | 26,628 | 53%43% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 9,803 | 53%45% |
| Blitz | 13,457 | 53%43% |
| Rapid | 3,301 | 54%42% |
| Classical | 67 | 51%42% |