1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 Nf6 4. d3
Chess openings · Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense · C65
Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Anti-Berlin Variation
57,187 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 Nf6 4. d3. White wins 50%, draws 4%, Black wins 46%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 10,672 | 50%47% |
| 1200–1599 | 20,165 | 50%47% |
| 1600–1999 | 16,951 | 51%45% |
| 2000 and up | 9,399 | 49%46% |
| All ratings | 57,187 | 50%46% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 11,215 | 49%48% |
| Blitz | 30,197 | 50%45% |
| Rapid | 15,106 | 50%46% |
| Classical | 669 | 48%47% |