1. Nc3 e5
Chess openings · Van Geet Opening · A00
Van Geet Opening: Reversed Nimzowitsch
49,184 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. Nc3 e5. White wins 48%, draws 4%, Black wins 48%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 17,942 | 46%50% |
| 1200–1599 | 15,630 | 49%48% |
| 1600–1999 | 10,832 | 51%46% |
| 2000 and up | 4,780 | 51%45% |
| All ratings | 49,184 | 48%48% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 18,146 | 50%47% |
| Blitz | 19,652 | 49%48% |
| Rapid | 11,000 | 45%49% |
| Classical | 386 | 35%61% |