1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. d4 exd4 4. Nxd4 Nf6 5. e5
Chess openings · Scotch Game · C45
Scotch Game: Alekhine Gambit
1,946 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. d4 exd4 4. Nxd4 Nf6 5. e5. White wins 43%, draws 3%, Black wins 54%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 826 | 43%54% |
| 1200–1599 | 786 | 42%54% |
| 1600–1999 | 286 | 44%54% |
| 2000 and up | 48 | 52%42% |
| All ratings | 1,946 | 43%54% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 421 | 46%51% |
| Blitz | 771 | 46%51% |
| Rapid | 740 | 38%57% |
| Classical | 14 | – |