Vladislav Artemiev vs Magnus Carlsen, Aimchess US Rapid Prelim 2021
King's Indian Defense (E60) · ½-½ (Draw) · 39 moves · Round 10.6 · 29 August 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteVladislav Artemiev
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventAimchess US Rapid Prelim 2021
- Round10.6
- Date29 August 2021
- OpeningKing's Indian Defense (E60)
- Length39 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 50 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, ½-½ (Goldmoney Asian Prelim, 2021).
Next game: Carlsen vs Artemiev, ½-½ (Aimchess US Rapid KO 2021, 2021).
The moves of Vladislav Artemiev vs Magnus Carlsen, Aimchess US Rapid Prelim 2021
In this encounter Vladislav Artemiev had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at Aimchess US Rapid Prelim in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed King's Indian Defense (E60) — a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
Lasting 39 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.
Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.
After the contest, the game was drawn between Vladislav Artemiev and Magnus Carlsen. 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 50 of 75.
Where and when was Vladislav Artemiev vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Aimchess US Rapid Prelim, round 10.6, on 29 August 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Vladislav Artemiev (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Aimchess US Rapid Prelim in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used King's Indian Defense (ECO code E60). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Vladislav Artemiev and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 39 moves (77 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 King's Indian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.