1. e4 e5 2. Nc3 Nf6 3. a3
Chess openings · Vienna Game · C26
Vienna Game: Mengarini Variation
7,671 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nc3 Nf6 3. a3. White wins 49%, draws 4%, Black wins 48%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 1,434 | 50%47% |
| 1200–1599 | 3,515 | 49%47% |
| 1600–1999 | 2,349 | 48%48% |
| 2000 and up | 373 | 47%46% |
| All ratings | 7,671 | 49%48% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 1,029 | 51%47% |
| Blitz | 3,513 | 48%48% |
| Rapid | 2,871 | 48%48% |
| Classical | 258 | 52%44% |