C40

Levenstein; Queen's Defense; Brazilian; Gunderam

1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Qe7

Opening moves: 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Qe7. This position is classified under ECO code C40.

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About This Opening

ECO Code

C40

Category Volume C

Position (FEN)

rnb1kbnr/ppppqppp/8/4p3/4P3/5N2/PPPP1PPP/RNBQKB1R w KQkq - 2 3

Lichess Stats

Across 1.4K rapid and classical games on Lichess (1600+ rated), White wins 52%, Black wins 43%, and 5% end in a draw from this position. The most common continuation is Bc4, played in 50% of games, followed by Nc3 and d4.

Observation period: 2026-07.

52%

43%

White wins 52% Draws 5% Black wins 43%

1.4K rapid and classical games on Lichess (1600+)

Top Continuations

Bc4

699

Nc3

425

125

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