1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 Bc5 4. c3
Chess openings · Ruy Lopez: Classical Variation · C64
Ruy Lopez: Classical Variation, Central Variation
40,986 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 Bc5 4. c3. White wins 52%, draws 3%, Black wins 44%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 3,534 | 54%44% |
| 1200–1599 | 12,308 | 53%44% |
| 1600–1999 | 18,784 | 52%45% |
| 2000 and up | 6,360 | 51%45% |
| All ratings | 40,986 | 52%44% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 10,431 | 51%46% |
| Blitz | 22,265 | 52%45% |
| Rapid | 7,968 | 54%42% |
| Classical | 322 | 53%41% |