1. d4 d5 2. c4 c6 3. Nf3 Nf6 4. Nc3
Chess openings · Slav Defense · D15
Slav Defense: Three Knights Variation
105,699 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 d5 2. c4 c6 3. Nf3 Nf6 4. Nc3. White wins 52%, draws 4%, Black wins 44%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 4,010 | 52%46% |
| 1200–1599 | 20,169 | 51%46% |
| 1600–1999 | 50,374 | 52%44% |
| 2000 and up | 31,146 | 52%42% |
| All ratings | 105,699 | 52%44% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 43,504 | 52%45% |
| Blitz | 49,554 | 52%44% |
| Rapid | 12,198 | 52%43% |
| Classical | 443 | 53%40% |