Magnus Carlsen vs Vladislav Artemiev, chess.com Speed 2020
Sicilian Defense (B28) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 30 moves · Round 2.25 · 3 December 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackVladislav Artemiev
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- Eventchess.com Speed 2020
- Round2.25
- Date3 December 2020
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B28)
- Length30 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 22 of 75 between Magnus Carlsen and Vladislav Artemiev in the Rama Chess database (2017–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 29–14 with 32 draws.
Previous game: Artemiev vs Carlsen, 0-1 (chess.com Speed 2020, 2020).
Next game: Artemiev vs Carlsen, 0-1 (chess.com Speed 2020, 2020).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Vladislav Artemiev, chess.com Speed 2020
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Vladislav Artemiev at chess.com Speed 2020 in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Sicilian Defense (B28) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 30 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
Magnus Carlsen is one of the grandmasters featured in the RamaChess archive, where you can browse their complete game collection, favourite openings and notable wins.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
When the dust settled, Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces. Step through the moves on the interactive board above and try the position trainer to sharpen your own play.
Frequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head record of Magnus Carlsen and Vladislav Artemiev?
In the 75 games between them in our database (2017 to 2025) Carlsen leads 29–14 with 32 draws. This game is number 22 of 75.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Vladislav Artemiev played?
At the chess.com Speed 2020, round 2.25, on 3 December 2020.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Vladislav Artemiev (Black), at chess.com Speed 2020 in 2020.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B28). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 30 moves (59 plies).
Can I replay this game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move, or open the analyser and Practice mode.
Where can I find more games like this?
Browse the full Sicilian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.