1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. d4 exd4 4. Nxd4 Bc5 5. Nb3
Chess openings · Scotch Game · C45
Scotch Game: Potter Variation
17,709 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. d4 exd4 4. Nxd4 Bc5 5. Nb3. White wins 52%, draws 4%, Black wins 44%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 502 | 55%42% |
| 1200–1599 | 3,040 | 52%46% |
| 1600–1999 | 8,122 | 52%44% |
| 2000 and up | 6,045 | 52%44% |
| All ratings | 17,709 | 52%44% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 4,995 | 53%45% |
| Blitz | 9,639 | 52%45% |
| Rapid | 2,940 | 53%42% |
| Classical | 135 | 47%10%43% |