1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bc4 Nf6 4. Ng5 Bc5 5. Bxf7+
Chess openings · Italian Game: Two Knights Defense, Traxler Counterattack · C57
Italian Game: Two Knights Defense, Traxler Counterattack, Bishop Sacrifice Line
14,201 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bc4 Nf6 4. Ng5 Bc5 5. Bxf7+. White wins 54%, draws 2%, Black wins 44%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 2,025 | 59%39% |
| 1200–1599 | 5,424 | 56%42% |
| 1600–1999 | 4,929 | 52%45% |
| 2000 and up | 1,823 | 50%47% |
| All ratings | 14,201 | 54%44% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 4,515 | 53%45% |
| Blitz | 6,569 | 55%43% |
| Rapid | 3,050 | 55%43% |
| Classical | 67 | 60%37% |