1. Nf3 b5
Chess openings · Zukertort Opening · A04
Zukertort Opening: Polish Defense
4,417 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. Nf3 b5. White wins 54%, draws 4%, Black wins 42%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 659 | 56%38% |
| 1200–1599 | 846 | 55%43% |
| 1600–1999 | 1,119 | 52%44% |
| 2000 and up | 1,793 | 53%43% |
| All ratings | 4,417 | 54%42% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 1,606 | 55%43% |
| Blitz | 2,119 | 53%42% |
| Rapid | 654 | 51%43% |
| Classical | 38 | 55%39% |