Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura, chess.com SpeedChess 2023
Ruy Lopez (C72) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 41 moves · Round 4.22 · 22 September 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackHikaru Nakamura
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- Eventchess.com SpeedChess 2023
- Round4.22
- Date22 September 2023
- OpeningRuy Lopez (C72)
- Length41 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 329 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 (chess.com SpeedChess 2023, 2023).
Next game: Nakamura vs Carlsen, ½-½ (chess.com SpeedChess 2023, 2023).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura, chess.com SpeedChess 2023
A full-length game in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Hikaru Nakamura at chess.com SpeedChess 2023 in 2023. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Ruy Lopez (C72) — classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Running to 41 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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, 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 329 of 408.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura played?
At the chess.com SpeedChess 2023, round 4.22, on 22 September 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Hikaru Nakamura (Black), at chess.com SpeedChess 2023 in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Ruy Lopez (ECO code C72). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 41 moves (81 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.