1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 Bc5
Chess openings · Ruy Lopez · C64
Ruy Lopez: Classical Variation
193,641 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 Bc5. White wins 50%, draws 4%, Black wins 46%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 26,391 | 51%46% |
| 1200–1599 | 67,268 | 50%47% |
| 1600–1999 | 75,452 | 50%46% |
| 2000 and up | 24,530 | 50%46% |
| All ratings | 193,641 | 50%46% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 51,555 | 50%47% |
| Blitz | 101,111 | 50%46% |
| Rapid | 39,586 | 51%44% |
| Classical | 1,389 | 50%46% |