1. e4 e5 2. Nc3 Nc6 3. Bc4 Nf6
Chess openings · Vienna Game: Stanley Variation · C28
Vienna Game: Stanley Variation, Three Knights Variation
36,936 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. e4 e5 2. Nc3 Nc6 3. Bc4 Nf6. White wins 50%, draws 3%, Black wins 47%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 6,543 | 48%49% |
| 1200–1599 | 13,539 | 50%46% |
| 1600–1999 | 13,592 | 51%46% |
| 2000 and up | 3,262 | 48%48% |
| All ratings | 36,936 | 50%47% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 10,921 | 51%47% |
| Blitz | 17,962 | 50%46% |
| Rapid | 7,823 | 48%48% |
| Classical | 230 | 44%51% |