Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen, Bullet Chess Winners 2023
Alekhine's Defense (B02) · ½-½ (Draw) · 71 moves · Round 5.7 · 21 July 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteHikaru Nakamura
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventBullet Chess Winners 2023
- Round5.7
- Date21 July 2023
- OpeningAlekhine's Defense (B02)
- Length71 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 296 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: Carlsen vs Nakamura, 0-1 (Bullet Chess Winners 2023, 2023).
The moves of Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen, Bullet Chess Winners 2023
A marathon in which Hikaru Nakamura was paired against Magnus Carlsen at Bullet Chess Winners 2023 in 2023. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Alekhine's Defense (B02) — sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
At 71 moves this was a long, demanding struggle that rewarded stamina and precise endgame technique.
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.
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 296 of 408.
Where and when was Hikaru Nakamura vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Bullet Chess Winners 2023, round 5.7, on 21 July 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Hikaru Nakamura (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Bullet Chess Winners 2023 in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Alekhine's Defense (ECO code B02). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Hikaru Nakamura and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 71 moves (142 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 Alekhine's Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.