1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. c3 f5
Chess openings · Ponziani Opening · C44
Ponziani Opening: Ponziani Countergambit
8,673 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. c3 f5. White wins 45%, draws 3%, Black wins 52%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 981 | 48%50% |
| 1200–1599 | 2,854 | 46%52% |
| 1600–1999 | 3,791 | 45%52% |
| 2000 and up | 1,047 | 43%53% |
| All ratings | 8,673 | 45%52% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 2,423 | 45%54% |
| Blitz | 4,469 | 45%52% |
| Rapid | 1,725 | 46%50% |
| Classical | 56 | 45%54% |