Magnus Carlsen vs Vladislav Artemiev, Aimchess US Rapid KO 2021
Sicilian Defense (B92) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 49 moves · Round 3.23 · 5 September 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackVladislav Artemiev
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventAimchess US Rapid KO 2021
- Round3.23
- Date5 September 2021
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B92)
- Length49 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 56 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: Carlsen vs Artemiev, 1-0 (Aimchess US Rapid KO 2021, 2021).
Next game: Artemiev vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Aimchess US Rapid KO 2021, 2021).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Vladislav Artemiev, Aimchess US Rapid KO 2021
A full-length game in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Vladislav Artemiev at Aimchess US Rapid KO 2021 in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Sicilian Defense (B92) — sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Running to 49 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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 56 of 75.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Vladislav Artemiev played?
At the Aimchess US Rapid KO 2021, round 3.23, on 5 September 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Vladislav Artemiev (Black), at Aimchess US Rapid KO 2021 in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B92). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 49 moves (97 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.