Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura, Cote d'Ivoire Blitz 2019
Four Knights Game (C47) · ½-½ (Draw) · 45 moves · Round 9.1 · 11 May 2019
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackHikaru Nakamura
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventCote d'Ivoire Blitz 2019
- Round9.1
- Date11 May 2019
- OpeningFour Knights Game (C47)
- Length45 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 119 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, ½-½ (Cote d'Ivoire Rapid 2019, 2019).
Next game: Nakamura vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Cote d'Ivoire Blitz 2019, 2019).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura, Cote d'Ivoire Blitz 2019
A full-length game in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Hikaru Nakamura at Cote d'Ivoire Blitz 2019 in 2019. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Four Knights Game (C47), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Running to 45 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.
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, 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 119 of 408.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura played?
At the Cote d'Ivoire Blitz 2019, round 9.1, on 11 May 2019.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Hikaru Nakamura (Black), at Cote d'Ivoire Blitz 2019 in 2019.
What opening was played?
The game used Four Knights Game (ECO code C47). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 45 moves (90 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 Four Knights Game collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.