Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura, Sinquefield Cup 2013
King's Indian Defense (E62) · ½-½ (Draw) · 42 moves · Round 3.1 · 11 September 2013
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackHikaru Nakamura
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventSinquefield Cup 2013
- Round3.1
- Date11 September 2013
- OpeningKing's Indian Defense (E62)
- Length42 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 36 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 (8th Tal Memorial, 2013).
Next game: Nakamura vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Sinquefield Cup 2013, 2013).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura, Sinquefield Cup 2013
Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura met over the board in this full-length game at Sinquefield Cup 2013 in 2013. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
From King's Indian Defense (E62) the players entered a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
Running to 42 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.
After the contest, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura. 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 36 of 408.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura played?
At the Sinquefield Cup 2013, round 3.1, on 11 September 2013.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Hikaru Nakamura (Black), at Sinquefield Cup 2013 in 2013.
What opening was played?
The game used King's Indian Defense (ECO code E62). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 42 moves (84 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 King's Indian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.