Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Magnus Carlsen, NIC Classic Prelim 2021
Queen's Gambit Declined (D45) · ½-½ (Draw) · 39 moves · Round 15.4 · 26 April 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteShakhriyar Mamedyarov
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventNIC Classic Prelim 2021
- Round15.4
- Date26 April 2021
- OpeningQueen's Gambit Declined (D45)
- Length39 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 61 of 95 between Magnus Carlsen and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov in the Rama Chess database (2005–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 46–14 with 35 draws.
Previous game: Mamedyarov vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021, 2021).
Next game: Carlsen vs Mamedyarov, ½-½ (Aimchess US Rapid Prelim, 2021).
The moves of Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Magnus Carlsen, NIC Classic Prelim 2021
A middlegame battle in which Shakhriyar Mamedyarov was paired against Magnus Carlsen at NIC Classic Prelim 2021 in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Queen's Gambit Declined (D45), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
Lasting 39 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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In the end, the game was drawn between Shakhriyar Mamedyarov 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 Shakhriyar Mamedyarov?
In the 95 games between them in our database (2005 to 2024) Carlsen leads 46–14 with 35 draws. This game is number 61 of 95.
Where and when was Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the NIC Classic Prelim 2021, round 15.4, on 26 April 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at NIC Classic Prelim 2021 in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Queen's Gambit Declined (ECO code D45). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Shakhriyar Mamedyarov and Magnus Carlsen.
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 Queen's Gambit Declined collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.