Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura, Bullet Chess Winners 2023
Modern Defense (B06) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 38 moves · Round 5.22 · 21 July 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackHikaru Nakamura
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventBullet Chess Winners 2023
- Round5.22
- Date21 July 2023
- OpeningModern Defense (B06)
- Length38 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 281 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: Nakamura vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Bullet Chess Winners 2023, 2023).
Next game: Nakamura vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Bullet Chess Winners 2023, 2023).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura, Bullet Chess Winners 2023
A middlegame battle in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Hikaru Nakamura at Bullet Chess Winners 2023 in 2023. 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 38 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.
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 281 of 408.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura played?
At the Bullet Chess Winners 2023, round 5.22, on 21 July 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Hikaru Nakamura (Black), at Bullet Chess Winners 2023 in 2023.
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 38 moves (75 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.