Alexander Grischuk vs Magnus Carlsen, chess.com Speed 1m+1spm 2017
Modern Defense (B06) · 1-0 (Alexander Grischuk won) · 46 moves · Round 3.21 · 21 November 2017
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteAlexander Grischuk
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Alexander Grischuk won
- Eventchess.com Speed 1m+1spm 2017
- Round3.21
- Date21 November 2017
- OpeningModern Defense (B06)
- Length46 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 69 of 114 between Magnus Carlsen and Alexander Grischuk in the Rama Chess database (2006–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 49–26 with 39 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Grischuk, 1-0 (chess.com Speed 1m+1spm 2017, 2017).
Next game: Carlsen vs Grischuk, 0-1 (chess.com Speed 1m+1spm 2017, 2017).
The moves of Alexander Grischuk vs Magnus Carlsen, chess.com Speed 1m+1spm 2017
This full-length game sees Alexander Grischuk take on Magnus Carlsen at chess.com Speed 1m+1spm 2017 in 2017. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Modern Defense (B06) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Running to 46 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.
Replaying a complete grandmaster game shows not just the moves, but the order in which plans appear and where the balance finally tips.
After the contest, Alexander Grischuk 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 Alexander Grischuk?
In the 114 games between them in our database (2006 to 2025) Carlsen leads 49–26 with 39 draws. This game is number 69 of 114.
Where and when was Alexander Grischuk vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the chess.com Speed 1m+1spm 2017, round 3.21, on 21 November 2017.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Alexander Grischuk (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at chess.com Speed 1m+1spm 2017 in 2017.
What opening was played?
The game used Modern Defense (ECO code B06). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Alexander Grischuk won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 46 moves (91 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 Modern Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.