Alexander Grischuk vs Magnus Carlsen, chess.com Speed 1m+1spm 2017
Italian Game (C51) · 1-0 (Alexander Grischuk won) · 42 moves · Round 3.19 · 21 November 2017
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteAlexander Grischuk
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Alexander Grischuk won
- Eventchess.com Speed 1m+1spm 2017
- Round3.19
- Date21 November 2017
- OpeningItalian Game (C51)
- Length42 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 74 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, ½-½ (chess.com Speed 3m+2spm 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
A full-length game in which Alexander Grischuk was paired against Magnus Carlsen at chess.com Speed 1m+1spm 2017 in 2017. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Italian Game (C51) — classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Running to 42 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.
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After the contest, Alexander Grischuk won with the white pieces. Use the board above to replay every move, switch to the analyser for engine evaluation, or open Practice mode to test your own ideas.
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 74 of 114.
Where and when was Alexander Grischuk vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the chess.com Speed 1m+1spm 2017, round 3.19, 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 Italian Game (ECO code C51). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Alexander Grischuk won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 42 moves (83 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?
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