1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 Nf6 4. O-O Bc5 5. c3
Chess openings · Ruy Lopez: Classical Variation · C65
Ruy Lopez: Classical Variation, Zukertort Gambit
19,250 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 Nf6 4. O-O Bc5 5. c3. White wins 57%, draws 3%, Black wins 40%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 2,128 | 57%40% |
| 1200–1599 | 5,958 | 57%41% |
| 1600–1999 | 8,220 | 57%40% |
| 2000 and up | 2,944 | 57%39% |
| All ratings | 19,250 | 57%40% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 5,921 | 56%42% |
| Blitz | 9,399 | 57%40% |
| Rapid | 3,777 | 59%37% |
| Classical | 153 | 56%44% |