1. d4 b5
Chess openings · A40
Polish Defense
34,548 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 b5. White wins 51%, draws 4%, Black wins 46%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 5,625 | 54%42% |
| 1200–1599 | 9,301 | 52%45% |
| 1600–1999 | 12,670 | 49%47% |
| 2000 and up | 6,952 | 49%46% |
| All ratings | 34,548 | 51%46% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 11,102 | 50%48% |
| Blitz | 17,161 | 50%46% |
| Rapid | 6,007 | 53%42% |
| Classical | 278 | 53%44% |