1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. c3 d5 4. Qa4 Bd7
Chess openings · Ponziani Opening · C44
Ponziani Opening: Caro Gambit
1,005 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. c3 d5 4. Qa4 Bd7. White wins 41%, draws 4%, Black wins 55%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 62 | 39%56% |
| 1200–1599 | 241 | 39%58% |
| 1600–1999 | 327 | 40%56% |
| 2000 and up | 375 | 43%53% |
| All ratings | 1,005 | 41%55% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 188 | 42%56% |
| Blitz | 587 | 43%53% |
| Rapid | 218 | 36%61% |
| Classical | 12 | – |