Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen, World Rapid 2018
Queen's Gambit Declined (D30) · ½-½ (Draw) · 58 moves · Round 15.1 · 28 December 2018
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteHikaru Nakamura
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventWorld Rapid 2018
- Round15.1
- Date28 December 2018
- OpeningQueen's Gambit Declined (D30)
- Length58 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 116 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: Carlsen vs Nakamura, 1-0 (6th Sinquefield Cup 2018, 2018).
Next game: Carlsen vs Nakamura, ½-½ (World Blitz 2018, 2018).
The moves of Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen, World Rapid 2018
A full-length game in which Hikaru Nakamura was paired against Magnus Carlsen at World Rapid 2018 in 2018. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Queen's Gambit Declined (D30), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
Running to 58 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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When the dust settled, the game was drawn between Hikaru Nakamura 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 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 116 of 408.
Where and when was Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the World Rapid 2018, round 15.1, on 28 December 2018.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Hikaru Nakamura (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at World Rapid 2018 in 2018.
What opening was played?
The game used Queen's Gambit Declined (ECO code D30). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Hikaru Nakamura and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 58 moves (116 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.