1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. d4 exd4 4. Nxd4 Bc5 5. Nxc6 Qf6
Chess openings · Scotch Game: Classical Variation · C45
Scotch Game: Classical Variation, Intermezzo Variation
27,831 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. d4 exd4 4. Nxd4 Bc5 5. Nxc6 Qf6. White wins 43%, draws 4%, Black wins 53%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 1,897 | 36%62% |
| 1200–1599 | 8,671 | 42%55% |
| 1600–1999 | 12,287 | 45%51% |
| 2000 and up | 4,976 | 46%49% |
| All ratings | 27,831 | 43%53% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 10,672 | 42%55% |
| Blitz | 12,867 | 45%51% |
| Rapid | 4,157 | 43%53% |
| Classical | 135 | 36%59% |