Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen, 5th Kings Tournament 2011
Ruy Lopez (C95) · ½-½ (Draw) · 34 moves · Round 6 · 17 June 2011
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteHikaru Nakamura
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event5th Kings Tournament 2011
- Round6
- Date17 June 2011
- OpeningRuy Lopez (C95)
- Length34 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 20 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 (5th Kings Tournament, 2011).
Next game: Carlsen vs Nakamura, ½-½ (4th Final Masters, 2011).
The moves of Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen, 5th Kings Tournament 2011
This middlegame battle sees Hikaru Nakamura take on Magnus Carlsen at 5th Kings Tournament in 2011. It was played in round 6. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
Play followed Ruy Lopez (C95) — classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Lasting 34 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.
Replaying a complete grandmaster game shows not just the moves, but the order in which plans appear and where the balance finally tips.
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 20 of 408.
Where and when was Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the 5th Kings Tournament, round 6, on 17 June 2011.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Hikaru Nakamura (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at 5th Kings Tournament in 2011.
What opening was played?
The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C95). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Hikaru Nakamura and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 34 moves (67 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 Ruy Lopez collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.