1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 f5
Chess openings · Ruy Lopez · C63
Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense
43,671 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 f5. White wins 47%, draws 4%, Black wins 50%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 2,888 | 50%47% |
| 1200–1599 | 10,128 | 48%49% |
| 1600–1999 | 17,346 | 46%51% |
| 2000 and up | 13,309 | 45%49% |
| All ratings | 43,671 | 47%50% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 13,121 | 46%51% |
| Blitz | 23,386 | 46%49% |
| Rapid | 6,899 | 48%48% |
| Classical | 265 | 50%44% |