1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. d4 exd4 4. Bc4 Bc5 5. Ng5
Chess openings · Scotch Game: Scotch Gambit · C44
Scotch Game: Scotch Gambit, Sarratt Variation
26,635 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. d4 exd4 4. Bc4 Bc5 5. Ng5. White wins 53%, draws 3%, Black wins 44%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 4,801 | 53%45% |
| 1200–1599 | 12,024 | 53%45% |
| 1600–1999 | 8,230 | 55%42% |
| 2000 and up | 1,580 | 57%39% |
| All ratings | 26,635 | 53%44% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 6,050 | 57%42% |
| Blitz | 13,350 | 53%44% |
| Rapid | 7,031 | 52%45% |
| Classical | 204 | 55%40% |