Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura, chess.com Speed 5m+2spm 2017 2018
Réti Opening (A07) · ½-½ (Draw) · 75 moves · Round 4.6 · 3 January 2018
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackHikaru Nakamura
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Eventchess.com Speed 5m+2spm 2017 2018
- Round4.6
- Date3 January 2018
- OpeningRéti Opening (A07)
- Length75 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 105 of 408 between Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura in the Rama Chess database (2005–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 144–82 with 182 draws.
Previous game: Nakamura vs Carlsen, 0-1 (chess.com Speed 5m+2spm 2017, 2018).
Next game: Carlsen vs Nakamura, ½-½ (chess.com Speed 5m+2spm 2017, 2018).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura, chess.com Speed 5m+2spm 2017 2018
A marathon in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Hikaru Nakamura at chess.com Speed 5m+2spm 2017 in 2018. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Réti Opening (A07) the players entered a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
At 75 moves this was a long, demanding struggle that rewarded stamina and precise endgame technique.
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.
When the dust settled, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura. 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 Hikaru Nakamura?
In the 408 games between them in our database (2005 to 2025) Carlsen leads 144–82 with 182 draws. This game is number 105 of 408.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura played?
At the chess.com Speed 5m+2spm 2017, round 4.6, on 3 January 2018.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Hikaru Nakamura (Black), at chess.com Speed 5m+2spm 2017 in 2018.
What opening was played?
The game used Réti Opening (ECO code A07). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 75 moves (150 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 Réti Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.