Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen, Saint Louis Rapid 2020
Caro-Kann Defense (B12) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 34 moves · Round 1.1 · 15 September 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteHikaru Nakamura
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventSaint Louis Rapid 2020
- Round1.1
- Date15 September 2020
- OpeningCaro-Kann Defense (B12)
- Length34 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 189 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 (Carlsen Tour Final 2020, 2020).
Next game: Carlsen vs Nakamura, 1-0 (Saint Louis Blitz 2020, 2020).
The moves of Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen, Saint Louis Rapid 2020
In this encounter Hikaru Nakamura had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at Saint Louis Rapid 2020 in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Caro-Kann Defense (B12) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 34 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, Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces. Use the board above to replay every move, switch to the analyser for engine evaluation, or open Practice mode to test your own ideas.
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 189 of 408.
Where and when was Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Saint Louis Rapid 2020, round 1.1, on 15 September 2020.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Hikaru Nakamura (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Saint Louis Rapid 2020 in 2020.
What opening was played?
The game used Caro-Kann Defense (ECO code B12). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 34 moves (68 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?
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