Vladislav Artemiev vs Magnus Carlsen, Meltwater Tour Final 2021
Sicilian Defense (B23) · ½-½ (Draw) · 30 moves · Round 4.3 · 28 September 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteVladislav Artemiev
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventMeltwater Tour Final 2021
- Round4.3
- Date28 September 2021
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B23)
- Length30 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 58 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 (Aimchess US Rapid KO 2021, 2021).
Next game: Carlsen vs Artemiev, 0-1 (Meltwater Tour Final 2021, 2021).
The moves of Vladislav Artemiev vs Magnus Carlsen, Meltwater Tour Final 2021
In this encounter Vladislav Artemiev had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at Meltwater Tour Final 2021 in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Sicilian Defense (B23) — 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.
Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.
In the end, 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 58 of 75.
Where and when was Vladislav Artemiev vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Meltwater Tour Final 2021, round 4.3, on 28 September 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Vladislav Artemiev (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Meltwater Tour Final 2021 in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B23). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Vladislav Artemiev and Magnus Carlsen.
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.