1. b4 c6
Chess openings · Polish Opening · A00
Polish Opening: Outflank Variation
18,526 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. b4 c6. White wins 49%, draws 4%, Black wins 47%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 1,194 | 48%48% |
| 1200–1599 | 5,053 | 49%47% |
| 1600–1999 | 8,102 | 49%47% |
| 2000 and up | 4,177 | 48%47% |
| All ratings | 18,526 | 49%47% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 8,775 | 49%49% |
| Blitz | 7,875 | 49%46% |
| Rapid | 1,815 | 48%47% |
| Classical | 61 | 54%38% |