1. c4 c5 2. Nc3 Nf6 3. Nf3
Chess openings · English Opening: Symmetrical Variation · A34
English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Three Knights Variation
7,881 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. c4 c5 2. Nc3 Nf6 3. Nf3. White wins 49%, draws 6%, Black wins 45%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 177 | 46%51% |
| 1200–1599 | 874 | 51%46% |
| 1600–1999 | 2,715 | 49%46% |
| 2000 and up | 4,115 | 49%43% |
| All ratings | 7,881 | 49%45% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 2,425 | 50%47% |
| Blitz | 4,531 | 49%44% |
| Rapid | 872 | 50%41% |
| Classical | 53 | 66%32% |