1. b3 b5
Chess openings · Nimzo-Larsen Attack · A01
Nimzo-Larsen Attack: Polish Variation
2,852 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. b3 b5. White wins 52%, draws 4%, Black wins 44%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 458 | 58%37% |
| 1200–1599 | 699 | 56%42% |
| 1600–1999 | 812 | 50%46% |
| 2000 and up | 883 | 49%47% |
| All ratings | 2,852 | 52%44% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 1,503 | 53%45% |
| Blitz | 1,030 | 51%44% |
| Rapid | 298 | 56%39% |
| Classical | 21 | – |