Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura, Lindores Abbey Final 8 2020
Modern Defense (B06) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 30 moves · Round 2.13 · 28 May 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackHikaru Nakamura
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventLindores Abbey Final 8 2020
- Round2.13
- Date28 May 2020
- OpeningModern Defense (B06)
- Length30 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 140 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 (Lindores Abbey Prelim, 2020).
Next game: Carlsen vs Nakamura, 1-0 (Lindores Abbey Final 8, 2020).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura, Lindores Abbey Final 8 2020
Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura met over the board in this middlegame battle at Lindores Abbey Final 8 in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Modern Defense (B06) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 30 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.
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In the end, 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 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 140 of 408.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura played?
At the Lindores Abbey Final 8, round 2.13, on 28 May 2020.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Hikaru Nakamura (Black), at Lindores Abbey Final 8 in 2020.
What opening was played?
The game used Modern Defense (ECO code B06). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 30 moves (59 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 Modern Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.