Magnus Carlsen vs Pentala Harikrishna, Saint Louis Rapid 2020
Caro-Kann Defense (B12) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 31 moves · Round 6.1 · 16 September 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackPentala Harikrishna
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventSaint Louis Rapid 2020
- Round6.1
- Date16 September 2020
- OpeningCaro-Kann Defense (B12)
- Length31 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 18 of 28 between Magnus Carlsen and Pentala Harikrishna in the Rama Chess database (2004–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 15–2 with 11 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Harikrishna, ½-½ (Chessable Masters GpA, 2020).
Next game: Harikrishna vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Saint Louis Blitz 2020, 2020).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Pentala Harikrishna, Saint Louis Rapid 2020
This middlegame battle sees Magnus Carlsen take on Pentala Harikrishna at Saint Louis Rapid 2020 in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Caro-Kann Defense (B12) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 31 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.
After the contest, 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 Pentala Harikrishna?
In the 28 games between them in our database (2004 to 2025) Carlsen leads 15–2 with 11 draws. This game is number 18 of 28.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Pentala Harikrishna played?
At the Saint Louis Rapid 2020, round 6.1, on 16 September 2020.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Pentala Harikrishna (Black), at Saint Louis Rapid 2020 in 2020.
What opening was played?
The game used Caro-Kann Defense (ECO code B12). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 31 moves (61 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 Caro-Kann Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.