1. b3 e5
Chess openings · Nimzo-Larsen Attack · A01
Nimzo-Larsen Attack: Modern Variation
379,225 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. b3 e5. White wins 50%, draws 3%, Black wins 46%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 43,624 | 50%47% |
| 1200–1599 | 120,800 | 50%47% |
| 1600–1999 | 140,007 | 50%46% |
| 2000 and up | 74,794 | 49%46% |
| All ratings | 379,225 | 50%46% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 178,578 | 50%47% |
| Blitz | 151,248 | 50%46% |
| Rapid | 47,651 | 50%46% |
| Classical | 1,748 | 48%47% |