Magnus Carlsen vs Etienne Bacrot, Sparkassen GM 2009
Nimzo-Indian Defense (E32) · ½-½ (Draw) · 39 moves · Round 10 · 12 July 2009
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackEtienne Bacrot
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventSparkassen GM 2009
- Round10
- Date12 July 2009
- OpeningNimzo-Indian Defense (E32)
- Length39 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 10 of 30 between Magnus Carlsen and Etienne Bacrot in the Rama Chess database (2006–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 18–3 with 9 draws.
Previous game: Bacrot vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Sparkassen GM, 2009).
Next game: Carlsen vs Bacrot, 1-0 (3rd Pearl Spring, 2010).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Etienne Bacrot, Sparkassen GM 2009
Magnus Carlsen and Etienne Bacrot met over the board in this middlegame battle at Sparkassen GM in 2009. It was played in round 10. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
Play followed Nimzo-Indian Defense (E32) — 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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
In the end, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Etienne Bacrot. 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 Etienne Bacrot?
In the 30 games between them in our database (2006 to 2025) Carlsen leads 18–3 with 9 draws. This game is number 10 of 30.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Etienne Bacrot played?
At the Sparkassen GM, round 10, on 12 July 2009.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Etienne Bacrot (Black), at Sparkassen GM in 2009.
What opening was played?
The game used Nimzo-Indian Defense (ECO code E32). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Etienne Bacrot.
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 Nimzo-Indian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.