Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura, chess.com Speed 3m+2spm 2017 2018

Sicilian Defense (B52) · ½-½ (Draw) · 66 moves · Round 4.10 · 3 January 2018

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White
Magnus Carlsen
½ – ½
Black
Hikaru Nakamura
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About This Game

Game summary

  • WhiteMagnus Carlsen
  • BlackHikaru Nakamura
  • Result½-½ · Draw
  • Eventchess.com Speed 3m+2spm 2017 2018
  • Round4.10
  • Date3 January 2018
  • OpeningSicilian Defense (B52)
  • Length66 moves
  • Type of eventBlitz and bullet

This is game 98 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, 0-1 (chess.com Speed 3m+2spm 2017, 2018).

Next game: Carlsen vs Nakamura, 1-0 (chess.com Speed 5m+2spm 2017, 2018).

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The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura, chess.com Speed 3m+2spm 2017 2018

1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 d6 3.Bb5+ Bd7 4.c4 Nf6 5.Nc3 a6 6.Bxd7+ Nbxd7 7.d4 cxd4 8.Nxd4 Rc8 9.Qe2 Qc7 10.b3 b5 11.Nd5 Nxd5 12.exd5 bxc4 13.O-O Nf6 14.Bg5 Nxd5 15.Rac1 c3 16.Qxa6 e6 17.Rfd1 Qd7 18.Nb5 f6 19.Be3 Be7 20.Rxd5 exd5 21.Nxc3 Kf7 22.Qd3 d4 23.Bxd4 d5 24.Rd1 Bb4 25.Ne2 Qc6 26.Be3 Rhd8 27.Qxh7 Qc2 28.Qh5+ Kg8 29.Nd4 Qe4 30.h3 Bc5 31.a4 Bxd4 32.Rxd4 Qb1+ 33.Qd1 Qxd1+ 34.Rxd1 Rc3 35.b4 Rc4 36.Bb6 Ra8 37.a5 Rxb4 38.Rxd5 Rc8 39.g3 Ra4 40.Kg2 Rc2 41.h4 Raa2 42.h5 Kh7 43.Be3 Rc3 44.Bb6 Rb3 45.Kh3 Rb1 46.Be3 Rh1+ 47.Kg2 Re1 48.Kf3 Ra3 49.g4 Rea1 50.Rd7 Kg8 51.g5 fxg5 52.Kg2 Rxa5 53.Bd4 Rd1 54.Rxg7+ Kf8 55.Bf6 Rf5 56.Bc3 Rc5 57.Bf6 Rf5 58.Bc3 Rd3 59.Rc7 Rdf3 60.Bd4 Rf7 61.Rc8+ Ke7 62.Rg8 R3f5 63.Be3 Rh7 64.Rxg5 Rxh5 65.Rxh5 Rxh5 66.Kf3 1/2-1/2

This marathon sees Magnus Carlsen take on Hikaru Nakamura at chess.com Speed 3m+2spm 2017 in 2018. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.

The game opened with Sicilian Defense (B52), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.

At 66 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.

In the end, 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 98 of 408.

Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Hikaru Nakamura played?

At the chess.com Speed 3m+2spm 2017, round 4.10, on 3 January 2018.

Who played this game?

This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Hikaru Nakamura (Black), at chess.com Speed 3m+2spm 2017 in 2018.

What opening was played?

The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B52). Sharp, double-edged play.

What was the result?

The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura.

How long was the game?

The game lasted 66 moves (131 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?

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