1. Nf3 a5
Chess openings · Zukertort Opening · A04
Zukertort Opening: Ware Defense
3,670 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. Nf3 a5. White wins 53%, draws 5%, Black wins 42%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 848 | 54%39% |
| 1200–1599 | 899 | 56%41% |
| 1600–1999 | 943 | 54%41% |
| 2000 and up | 980 | 48%46% |
| All ratings | 3,670 | 53%42% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 1,715 | 51%44% |
| Blitz | 1,329 | 54%40% |
| Rapid | 596 | 54%38% |
| Classical | 30 | 63%10%27% |