1. c4 c5 2. Nc3 Nc6 3. g3
Chess openings · English Opening: Symmetrical Variation · A36
English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Two Knights, Fianchetto Variation
22,037 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. c4 c5 2. Nc3 Nc6 3. g3. White wins 53%, draws 4%, Black wins 43%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 972 | 55%41% |
| 1200–1599 | 4,584 | 54%42% |
| 1600–1999 | 10,231 | 52%44% |
| 2000 and up | 6,250 | 54%41% |
| All ratings | 22,037 | 53%43% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 9,012 | 54%43% |
| Blitz | 10,323 | 52%43% |
| Rapid | 2,585 | 53%42% |
| Classical | 117 | 57%40% |