1. b4 d5
Chess openings · A00
Polish Opening, with d5
75,203 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. b4 d5. White wins 52%, draws 3%, Black wins 44%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 7,160 | 51%46% |
| 1200–1599 | 26,116 | 53%44% |
| 1600–1999 | 32,485 | 52%44% |
| 2000 and up | 9,442 | 51%44% |
| All ratings | 75,203 | 52%44% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 28,684 | 53%45% |
| Blitz | 35,988 | 52%44% |
| Rapid | 10,195 | 50%45% |
| Classical | 336 | 44%47% |