1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bc4 Bc5 4. c3 Nf6 5. d3
Chess openings · Italian Game: Classical Variation · C54
Italian Game: Classical Variation, Giuoco Pianissimo
158,738 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bc4 Bc5 4. c3 Nf6 5. d3. White wins 50%, draws 4%, Black wins 46%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 16,491 | 51%47% |
| 1200–1599 | 54,509 | 51%46% |
| 1600–1999 | 61,902 | 50%46% |
| 2000 and up | 25,836 | 49%46% |
| All ratings | 158,738 | 50%46% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 34,491 | 51%46% |
| Blitz | 83,805 | 50%46% |
| Rapid | 38,871 | 50%46% |
| Classical | 1,571 | 51%44% |